Once and Always a Fanboy

Chris Cantada Force • The Pod Network
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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.

  1. Arian S. Cartaya on Welcome to Derry, the Rich and Marge Dynamic, and THAT Iconic Improvised Moment | S02E06

    6D AGO

    Arian S. Cartaya on Welcome to Derry, the Rich and Marge Dynamic, and THAT Iconic Improvised Moment | S02E06

    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 talking about. Fangirls and Fanboys, Arian S. Cartaya! 00:00 Preview 00:38 Intro 01:29 Drums 02:49 Rich's life that you created in your head 03:41 The absence of Rich 04:45 What if Pennywise didn't come to Derry? 05:24 Baseball or Drums 05:56 Fanboying over 06:45 What Rich gave you 07:36 Bond with Matilda Lawler 08:26 Music and Acting 09:13 Fans of Welcome To Derry 10:29 Rich in another universe 11:47 Scenes that came naturally 13:00 Small scene you'll remember most 14:39 Final words

    16 min
  2. Bianca King on the Years No One Saw, Her Acting Comeback, and Her Dark Fangirl Side | S02E05

    FEB 4

    Bianca King on the Years No One Saw, Her Acting Comeback, and Her Dark Fangirl Side | S02E05

    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 Preview 00:32 Intro 04:25 What part of yourself survived the challenges? 07:10 Acting in Australia 09:05 Roles that feel like home 11:01 Being a Kontrabida 12:46 If acting didn't happen 14:37 Fangirl side 18:34 Acting Comeback 20:39 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 career 27:45 Final words

    30 min
  3. Ben Kingsley and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II on WONDER MAN, Its Universal Story, and Showing The Nerves | S02E04

    JAN 28

    Ben Kingsley and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II on WONDER MAN, Its Universal Story, and Showing The Nerves | S02E04

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

    6 min
  4. Mikee Quintos on Encantadia, Juggling Thesis and Tapings, and Proving Her Doubters Wrong | S02E03

    JAN 21

    Mikee Quintos on Encantadia, Juggling Thesis and Tapings, and Proving Her Doubters Wrong | S02E03

    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 Preview 00:52 Intro 02:13 What genre feels like your natural habitat? 03:34 What would fans be surprised about shooting Encantadia 05:44 Life as a student 10:30 What you learned through school that you brought to showbiz 11:57 Thesis vs. Tapings 14:38 Fangirling over 16:25 What you can handle now that would've broken you in the past 20:15 Unexpected skill 21:49 Gamble 23:48 Low point 30:05 Another dream adventure 31:56 Memorable scene from her career 32:43 Final Words

    34 min
  5. Matilda Lawler On WELCOME TO DERRY Secrets, Dark Web Search History, & Who She Trusted Most On Set | S02E02

    JAN 14

    Matilda Lawler On WELCOME TO DERRY Secrets, Dark Web Search History, & Who She Trusted Most On Set | S02E02

    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 Preview 00:47 Intro 02:06 Not in the script 04:05 Dark web search history 05:16 New skills 06:49 Watching yourself on screen 08:43 Welcome To Derry secrets 10:19 Behind the scenes 12:35 Smooth sailing vs. challenging scenes 15:09 Fangirling over 16:56 Who she trusted the most on set 19:10 What surprised you after filming 20:47 Unofficial soundtrack of the shoot 22:12 Message to young actors 25:20 Final words

    27 min
  6. Caroline Elle Abrams on Her Iconic Stranger Things Episode, Secretive Sets, & How Nancy Inspired Her | S02E01

    JAN 7

    Caroline Elle Abrams on Her Iconic Stranger Things Episode, Secretive Sets, & How Nancy Inspired Her | S02E01

    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 Preview 00:39 Intro 01:13 First choice you made to figure out who Tina was 02:10 Script vs. Instincts 02:58 Erica and Tina's backstory 03:53 Iconic Pie Scene 05:14 Trust between actors 06:17 Early training habits that helped on the Stranger Things set 07:21 Stranger Things character that inspired you 08:02 Secretive sets 08:47 Fangirling over 09:47 Tina in another franchise 10:54 Something that caught you off guard 11:59 Filming days 12:51 Stranger Things Magic 13:38 Looking back on your time on Stranger Things 14:30 Future of Tina 16:05 Inspiring young actors 17:48 Final words

    19 min
  7. Stranger Things Cast on Bike Rides, Being Friends as Adults, and The Producers Scaring Them on Set | EP. 69

    JAN 1

    Stranger Things Cast on Bike Rides, Being Friends as Adults, and The Producers Scaring Them on Set | EP. 69

    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.

    4 min
  8. Ella Purnell, Kyle MacLachlan, & Jonathan Nolan on FALLOUT Season 2, New Vegas Secrets, and Second Chances | EP. 68

    12/23/2025

    Ella Purnell, Kyle MacLachlan, & Jonathan Nolan on FALLOUT Season 2, New Vegas Secrets, and Second Chances | EP. 68

    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 Lucy and Ghoul Dynamic 01:51 Hank's secrets 03:00 Who deserves a second chance? 04:23 Lucy and Hank's relationship in season 2 06:04 Vault or Wasteland life 07:31 New Vegas 08:20 Ruthlessness 09:22 Guest stars 10:29 Details 11:23 Fallout-y thing that happened behind the scenes 11:54 Who deserves a second chance? 13:09 Vault or Wasteland life

    14 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Chris Cantada Force • The Pod Network
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Chris Cantada Force • The Pod Network
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