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 her. And honestly? I think it’s her best yet.
So today, we’re talking songwriting, instruments, and her brand new album. Fangirls and fanboys, Stacey Ryan!
00:00 Preview
00:31 Intro
01:26 Scary Pockets
02:36 Manila Memories
03:56 Playing drums
06:00 Blessing in Disguise
09:21 Song that you were scared to release
10:55 Multi-Instrumentalist
14:15 Writing with a concept or go with the flow?
16:49 Fangirling over
18:56 Playing solo on stage
19:58 Song that hits different
23:25 Tim capsule
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. Today’s guests are one of the most exciting, soulful, and genre-bending bands in OPM today. They started as rival bands, merged into one, and over the years, they've grown into a festival favorite, a streaming powerhouse, and a band that somehow always finds the exact sound to match your kilig moments.
I’m super excited to have them on the show—not just because of the music, but because of the stories behind it, the friendships that built it, and the fanboy moments we’re about to uncover.
Fangirls and fanboys… Lola Amour.
Hey everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. Today’s guest is someone I’m lucky to call a friend, and someone many of you know from a little indie show called... Power Rangers.
She played Betty Burke in Power Rangers Beast Morphers, but beyond that, she’s also the English dub voice of Kang No-eul in Squid Game!
Today, we’re talking Power Rangers, voice acting, creativity, and everything in between. Fangirls and fanboys, Kristina Ho!
Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with my your host Chris Cantada Force.
Today’s guest is someone who doesn’t just cosplay—she elevates it. From anime characters to jaw-dropping portrayals like Mira from K-Pop Demon Hunters, she’s become a standout voice and face in the cosplay world—not just here in the Philippines, but globally. But what’s even cooler? We both love TWICE.
We’re talking creativity, K-pop, and what it really takes to build a career in this space. Fangirls and fanboys, Charess!
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force.
For those of you who’ve been following my journey, you probably know that I started out on YouTube making Power Rangers fan films and skits. For a decade, I’ve been lucky enough to collaborate with many of the actors who brought that universe to life.
So you can say that today is a milestone for me. Because even though I never got the chance to meet her at a con or on an event, I finally get to speak with this person who was an integral part of that universe, and my childhood.
She’s not just the Pink Ranger. She’s a director, a songwriter, a storyteller, and someone who’s continued to reinvent herself with honesty and heart.
Fangirls and fanboys, Amy Jo Johnson!
Welcome back to Once and Always a Fanboy, where nostalgia swings hard and the conversations go even harder. In this episode, we’re heading straight to the green — and the chaos — as we dive into the wild world of Happy Gilmore 2.
From honoring the tone of a 90s classic to finding heart beneath the madness, this episode is all about what it takes to bring an iconic character back to life — older, slightly wiser, but still wildly unhinged.
Fangirls and fanboys, director Kyle Newacheck and actor/comedian Lavell Crawford!
Welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. During their visit in Manila, I got to sit down with the cast and director to talk about their bold, fresh take on Superman. We dive into everything from deepfakes and online conspiracies to Lois having her own podcast, Superman’s punk rock edge, and what it means to be a symbol of hope in the age of memes, social media, and public scrutiny. This isn’t your typical Superman—and that’s exactly why I'm so excited for this film. Fangirls and fanboys, David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and James Gunn!
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.
Today’s episode is a special one from the YouTube channel that never made it to Spotify—until now. This was recorded during the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Lost, tied to the release of the documentary Getting Lost.
Lost had a huge impact on me. It was the first serialized show that truly pulled me into this genre. Before that, I was all about sitcoms—Friends was my jam. So getting the chance to chat with one of the stars of Lost was such a major fanboy moment.
Fangirls and fanboys, please welcome the unforgettable Alex from Lost—Tania Raymonde!
Welcome to a new episode of Once and Always a Fanboy !
In this adrenaline-fueled episode, I chatted with the lead actress, director, and executive producer of F1: The Movie — a high-stakes, high-speed cinematic ride that blurs the line between storytelling and real racing.
We dive into the chaos behind the camera, the emotion under the helmet, and what it takes to choreograph intensity when your set is literally moving at 200mph.
Fangirls and fanboys, Kerry Condon, Joseph Kosinski, and Jerry Bruckheimer!
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. My next guests are a true force in the P-Pop scene — bold, fierce, and unapologetically themselves. I’ve had the honor of crossing paths with them way back when they first debuted. We collaborated on a YouTube video back when I was still producing fan films, and I had such a great time getting to know them. And now? They've blown up into one of the hottest girl groups in the Philippines and beyond. From powerful performances to boundary-pushing music, they are redefining what it means to be a global P-Pop act. Fangirls and fanboys, the Female Alphas themselves: AJ, Jaz, and Alfea of G22!
00:00 Preview
00:34 Intro
01:46 How it all started
06:35 What surprised you coming into the music industry
08:18 How G22 writes music
09:43 Pa-Pa-Pa-Palaban and Filipina Queen
10:43 Your “Palaban” mindset
11:50 Filipina Queen Squad
13:07 What are you fangirling over
15:12 What G22 song represents you
15:57 What you want to experience through your fan’s eyes
17:31 From four to three
18:07 G22 core memory
21:55 Pop Star Slay
23:43 Final words
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy! I’m so excited for today’s episode because I finally get to share something I’ve been keeping under wraps for an entire year. This isn’t just any behind-the-scenes story—this one involves Squid Game, a secret set visit in Korea, an unexpected K-pop encounter, and a surprise guest from the show itself. It was one of the wildest, most unforgettable days I’ve ever had, and I’ve been dying to talk about it. Fangirls and fanboys, here's my Squid Game Set Visit story!
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. Today’s guest is the kind of artist who’s just as comfortable behind the mic as he is in front of a camera. He’s studied music seriously, worked with some heavy hitters, and somehow still manages to keep it real on social media. And right now, he’s here in the Philippines, connecting with fans and promoting his brand new single, Deja Vu. Whether you’ve streamed his songs or seen his Tik-Toks online—there’s a good chance you already know the name. Fangirls and fanboys, Sunny Lukas!
Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. My next guest is a Red Ranger, a stunt pro, a YouTuber, and the undisputed king of the spontaneous handstand. We’re talking Power Rangers, fandom, flips, and full-circle moments. He’s trained, choreographed, and performed across film and TV—and somehow still finds time to geek out like the rest of us. Whether you knew him from the morphin’ grid or from your YouTube feed… today, we’re hanging out good friend of mine. Fanboys and fangirls, Brennan Mejia!
Welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. I’ll be the first to admit — I’m not the most well-versed when it comes to motorsports. But I’ve always loved racing movies, played a ton of Gran Turismo as a kid, and recently found myself totally drawn into the world of Netflix's new series F1: The Academy.
In this episode, I got to have a really fun, insightful conversation about the highs, the hurdles, and everything in between with one of the most exciting young drivers out there. Fangirls and fanboys, Bianca Bustamante!
Welcome back to Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. For this episode, we’re heading to Shadyside to talk to the cast of Fear Street: Prom Queen! The spotlight isn’t just on who will wear the crown… but who will make it out alive. It’s a story of secrets, rivalries, and a masked killer turning one of the biggest nights of the year into a nightmare. Can't wait for you to hear our fun conversation! Fangirls and fanboys, Ariana Greenblatt, Rebecca Ablack, and Ella Rubin!
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy! I first met this next guest at Star Wars Celebration VI in 2012. I was a fan of Toy Hunter and pretty much had a collector’s heart attack when I saw him. We’ve stayed connected through the Holonet—aka social media—proof that sometimes, the real treasures aren’t toys, they’re friends you meet along the way. Now, he’s finally here, fresh out of the carbonite and ready to chat. Fangirls and fanboys, Jordan Hembrough!
Welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with your host, Chris Cantada Force. My guest today is someone I met in the most unexpected but awesome way—at a geek convention. He’s a pro athlete who’s just as passionate about pop culture as he is about putting up points on the court. As a key player for the Meralco Bolts in the PBA and a proud representative of the Philippines overseas, he’s consistently brought his A-game. And just recently, he added PBA Finals MVP to his growing list of achievements. He’s got the heart of a Ranger and the hustle of a champ. Fangirls and fanboys, Chris Newsome!
Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. Today’s episode is a galactical reunion so to speak. I’ve known this guy ever since I was in high school and I was covering his songs. We officially met when I got into the music industry with Sponge Cola. We sparked a pretty unique bond, not just with music but with being Star Wars geeks. His band Kjwan just released their new single called MSK, and I can’t wait to catch up with him. Fangirls and fanboys, Marc Abaya!
Hello everyone, and welcome to a new episode of ONCE AND ALWAYS A FANBOY! I was given one of the best opportunities ever to be in Star Wars Celebration Japan to get to chat with the stars and director of ANDOR SEASON 2! Fangirls and fanboys, Diego Luna, Adria Arjona, Alan Tudyk, Genevieve O'Reilly, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, and Tony Gilroy.
Hello everyone, and welcome to a new episode of ONCE AND ALWAYS A FANBOY! I was given one of the best opportunities ever to be in Star Wars Celebration Japan to get to chat with the stars of AHSOKA and the new upcoming series MAUL: SHADOW LORD! Fangirls and fanboys, Hayden Christensen, Rosario Dawson, and Sam Witwer!
