Once and Always a Fanboy

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 vi...

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 Preview 00:45 Intro Ella and Kyle 00:53 Luc...

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...

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 havin...

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...

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 challen...

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 w...

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 ye...

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...

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 for...

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,...

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...

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’...

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 in...

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!...

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy, with me your host Chris Cantada Force! When I first watched KPop Demon Hunters , I didn’t expect to fall this hard. Not just for the music, but for how much heart this story had. So to get to talk to the people who brought that sound, spirit, and soul to life… feels really special. Fangirls and fanboys, here are EJAE, AUDR...

Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me, your host Chris Cantada Force. She’s been in the industry for more than a decade, and has been singing with a voice that can break your heart and heal it in the same verse. Her music has traveled from intimate café corners to massive festival stages across Asia, and her storytelling only keeps getting deeper. Whethe...

Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force.  I’m really excited about today’s guests. I first met them at the 2024 Spotify Wrapped dinner, where we were all being recognized with awards that night. By chance, we ended up at the same area of this long table, and my very first impression of them wasn’t even about the music. It was...

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me, your host, Chris Cantada Force. I was lucky enough to watch the entire second season of GEN V ahead of its release. The storytelling is razor-sharp, the twists are deliciously shocking, and the character arcs are so rich that you find yourself rooting for everyone in ways you didn’t expect. That’s why I’m so thankf...

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. You know, one of the best parts of being a fan is when the people you once looked up to actually become part of your life. That’s exactly what happened with today’s guest. I first knew him as Koda, the Blue Ranger from Power Rangers Dino Charge. And like so many of us, I was just a fan...

Welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force! This week, I’m taking you inside Nevermore Academy with me as I relive my time in Sydney for the Wednesday junket. From the nerves just before stepping into the room to the absolute thrill of hearing these incredible creatives share their stories, it was an experience I’ll never forget. We talked about th...

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. You probably know her as Ginny Weasley from Harry Potter . But off-screen, she has been carving out a new kind of magic—one rooted not in spells or wands, but in climate care, community, and conscious storytelling. She’s an author, an advocate, a filmmaker, and now the heart behind Go...

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy! As a lifelong sci-fi fanboy, the Alien franchise was a huge part of my growing up. I’ve always loved how Alien built this eerie, industrial future filled with secrets, and how that same universe eventually intersected with another favorite of mine: Predator. So when Disney+ announced a brand-new Alien series, I was instant...

Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. You might’ve first heard her viral hit "Fall in Love Alone." Or maybe, like me, you saw her guesting on Scary Pockets and thought, "Who is this singer?!" With her debut album Blessing in Disguise, this person is in her new era. One that’s honest, raw, and entirely he...