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

Hello everyone, my name is Chris Cantada and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy. Today we are jumping back into the world of XO, Kitty, a show that has given us romance, chaos, and plenty of moments that make us reflect on love and growing up. Over the past two seasons, fans have really connected with these characters and the journey they have been on, and this new chapter continues to explore all the messy and meaningful parts of relationships and self discovery. I am excited to be joined today by two of the stars of the series.Fangirls and fanboys, Anna Cathcart and Sang Heon Lee.00:00 Preview00:38 Intro01:22 Coming Into Season 303:36 Celebrating Each Other's Performances05:09 What Genre Would Their Characters Thrive In?07:35 Grand Gesture or Quiet Moments08:27 Checklist for 2026

Hello everyone! My name is Chris Cantada and here’s another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Today I’m joined by two of the creative minds behind Daredevil: Born Again.He is the showrunner and executive producer of the series, and previously worked on The Punisher, bringing a grounded, character-driven approach to this new chapter of Matt Murdock’s story.The other is an executive producer at Marvel Studios and former Marvel Comics editor who helped shape the modern Marvel universe and co-created Ms. Marvel.We talk about storytelling, character, and what makes this chapter of Daredevil something that fans haven’t seen before.Fangirls and fanboys, Dario Scardapane and Sana Amanat.00:00 Preview00:33 Intro00:46 The characters surrounding Matt Murdock02:14 Visual Storytelling04:55 The 12 Hour Flight Scenario06:00 Cracked Blueprint07:46 What fans would be surprised about Matt Murdock09:03 Storytelling Responsibility

Hello everyone, welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!My guests today are two incredible actors joining the chaotic and twisted world of Ready or Not 2: Here I Come. Genre fans will definitely recognize her from films like Freaky and Abigail, where she brings such a great mix of intensity and humor to every role she takes on. And his career has spanned decades across film and television, from The Faculty and In & Out to The Pitt. Fangirls and fanboys, Kathryn Newton and Shawn Hatosy!00:00 Preview00:49 Kathryn Intro01:00 Survival Gameplay02:42 Fear03:35 Le Bail family04:20 Expanding the world05:48 Shawn Intro05:57 Titus' arc07:14 Le Bail family07:56 Titus played by the system08:54 Family tradition

Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Today’s guest is someone whose voice has been part of the soundtrack of the last two decades of OPM. He is one of the most recognizable romantic balladeers in the Philippines and even built a huge following across Southeast Asia.He recently headlined a concert alongside fellow vocalist Mark Bautista, and he’s also released a brand new single called Sa’yo Lamang.So today we’re going to talk about the journey, from those early days on national television to what it means to still be performing, creating, and evolving as an artist more than two decades later.Fangirl and fanboys, Christian Bautista!00:00 Preview00:43 Intro03:50 If music didn't happen04:46 Longevity06:22 Stage Instinct08:14 What you used to obsess over09:52 Sa'yo Lamang10:51 Interpreting music12:25 Fanboying over16:03 Magical era17:29 Music business20:09 Misconceptions21:43 Social Media Persona23:50 Success and Fulfillment24:52 Chapter that surprised you26:24 Nothing like a live audience28:53 Final words

Hello everyone, my name is Chris and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!Music has a way of traveling further than we ever imagine — across cities, across oceans, and into very personal moments in people’s lives. Today’s guest is someone whose songs have quietly found their way into those spaces for a lot of listeners, including here in Manila. We’re talking about songwriting, performing, and the reality behind making honest music in a very connected world. Fangirls and fanboys, Keenan Te.00:00 Preview00:35 Intro01:30 What keeps you grounded when touring?02:11 What you look forward to when in Manila?03:10 What songs hit differently here in Manila?04:14 Bones07:29 How do you know when a song is finished?08:32 Fanboying over09:43 The 2010 era11:43 Writing Bridges13:28 Non Verbal Horizontal Time15:25 What challenged your dream?17:18 How do you protect your music?18:25 Writing songs19:20 A quiet win20:29 What reminds you on why you started writing music?22:05 Final Words

Hello everyone, and welcome to a new episode of Once and Always a Fanboy!Paradise was easily one of my favorite shows last year. So when Season 2 was announced, I was already locked in.This time, we are diving into a brand new chapter with two incredible new cast members. We talk about building characters in a broken world, stepping into an already established universe, and the emotional weight of this season.Fangirl and fanboys, Shailene Woodley and Thomas Doherty. 00:00 Preview00:24 Intro00:35 Shailene Woodley on Annie's Journey01:38 The Physicality of Link02:12 Alternate Paths03:44 Coming into Paradise Season 204:34 Reluctant Leader or Lone Wolf05:01 Apocalype Fashion05:44 Quiet Strength

Hello everyone! My name is Chris, and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy.Season one was about catching a monster. Season two asks a deeper question… what if the person doing the killing believes they are right? This season, the world of Cross becomes more personal, more layered, and far more dangerous.Today, I am joined by the cast and creator of Cross Season 2 to talk about moral gray areas, hidden backstories, and the deeper emotional stakes behind this story.Fanboys and fangirls, please welcome Aldis Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, Alona Tal, Johnny Ray Gill, Matthew Lillard, Jeanine Mason, and Ben Watkins.00:00 Preview00:46 Telling a messier story02:14 Where Sampson's emotional armor cracks03:26 Supporting each other04:20 Craziest Google search05:16 What wasn't on the page06:21 Being part of the new cast08:51 Kayla being fully in the story09:49 Seeing a new side to Bobby10:20 Playing a character that can go both ways14:04 Ben the actor15:28 New flavor for Season 216:53 Backstories that deepen this season

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 Preview00:38 Intro01:29 Drums02:49 Rich's life that you created in your head03:41 The absence of Rich04:45 What if Pennywise didn't come to Derry?05:24 Baseball or Drums05:56 Fanboying over06:45 What Rich gave you07:36 Bond with Matilda Lawler08:26 Music and Acting09:13 Fans of Welcome To Derry10:29 Rich in another universe11:47 Scenes that came naturally13:00 Small scene you'll remember most14:39 Final words

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 Preview00:32 Intro04:25 What part of yourself survived the challenges?07:10 Acting in Australia09:05 Roles that feel like home11:01 Being a Kontrabida12:46 If acting didn't happen14:37 Fangirl side18:34 Acting Comeback20:39 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 career27:45 Final words

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 Preview00:35 Intro00:48 Showing the nerves01:49 Trevor03:21 Ambition and Dreams04:39 Universal story