Once Upon A Fan Podcast

Podcast #113: "Is This Henry Mills?" Review

May 13, 2018 20:00 - 51 minutes - 46.1 MB

This is one time you don't send it to voicemail. Join hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson as they take their phones off silent for the phone call that sent shockwaves through the fandom and review the breaking of the Hyperion Heights curse, the villain arisen from within, and the time travel twist that no one saw coming!

Podcast #112: "Sisterhood" Review

April 05, 2018 16:00 - 48 minutes - 43.4 MB

Get your tokens ready: we're going to Flynn's Barcade! Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have taken aim and are ready to try their luck as they review the latest episode of Once Upon A Time. This week's cards reveal a Candy Killer, Drizella's fate, and Rumplestiltskin's latest move. Grab your magic beans and get ready for the ride!

Podcast #111: "Knightfall"/"The Girl in the Tower" Review + News Roundup

April 02, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 70.7 MB

Hello Oncers! We've got a special Double Woodpecker episode of the Once Upon A Fan Podcast! Join hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson as we grab our rooks in our nooks and get out of the troll's way while we review the latest episodes of Once Upon A Time!

Podcast #110: "A Taste of the Heights" Review + News Roundup

March 19, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MB

Pour some sugar on your beignets! Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have grabbed some Flamin' Cajun and now they're Rollin Bayou with a review of the latest episode of Once Upon Time! This week's podcast is serving up theories on the final episodes of the show, Regina's relationship with Dr. Facilier, and every morsel in between. Make sure your permits are in order and join us!

Podcast #109: "The Eighth Witch"/"Secret Garden" Review + News Roundup

March 15, 2018 16:00 - 55 minutes - 49.7 MB

Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson are back with the latest episode of the Once Upon A Fan Podcast!

Podcast #108: "Eloise Gardener/Pretty in Blue" review + news roundup

December 08, 2017 17:00 - 1 hour - 61 MB

We're late, we're late, for a very important date, but we're here! Zach and Ashley are back with an all-new read of the latest chapter of Once Upon A Time, so grab your gardening shears and have a seat at the tea party as we untangle the newest twists and turns, including a Tremaine theory (disclaimer: we recorded before ABC confirmed it, so bully to us!) Enjoy!

Podcast #107: "Wake Up Call" Review + News Roundup

November 17, 2017 16:30 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

Talk about a "Wake Up Call!" No snoozing here! This episode just kicked Once Upon A Time's seventh season into high gear. There's magic, there's mystery (and mystery and mystery and mystery...), there's INFORMATION FOR THEORIES! (YES, THEORIES ARE BACK!) Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have freshened their drinks and ordered some appetizers, and now we are ready to feast on this episode! Join us for our review!

Podcast #106: "Beauty"/"Greenbacks" DOUBLE HEADER REVIEWS + news roundup

November 08, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 94.6 MB

We put on our costumes and travelled to the Edge of Realms, the bayou, and Tilly's shipping container house and now we're back for our latest episode reviews! Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson are back with all our thoughts on these latest chapters of Once Upon A Time and what we think is coming in the future. Grab your Halloween candy and your mint juleps and settle in for our special double-header review! Enjoy!

Podcast #105: "A Pirates Life" review + a chat with Adam Horowitz & Eddy Kitsis

October 17, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB

Yo ho, yo ho, "A Pirate's Life" for us! Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have boarded the Fatty Roger for a twisty-turny adventure through spinning portals, pregnancy tests, ballet recitals, and wharfs full of so many wretched scallywags you'll think you're seeing double! We've also got an interview with series creators Adam Horowitz and Eddy Kitsis, who reveal when to expect Roni's backstory, insights on Alice, the latest developments on the upcoming LGBTQ+ storyline, and more. Grab your f...

Podcast #104: "Hyperion Heights" Review

October 11, 2017 01:30 - 2 hours - 110 MB

Henry Mills has driven his way into the Hyperion Heights neighborhood of Seattle, and Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have their Swyft apps ready to hail him for a ride. Join us as we read the first episode of the Once Upon A Time requel! (We don't have a news bulletin because of time issues. We're sorry but we'd rather discuss the episode in full, and we think you'd want that as well.)

Podcast #103 Part 2

May 17, 2017 02:30 - 40 minutes - 36.5 MB

We needed more time to discuss the finale episode of Once Upon A Time.

Podcast #103: "The Final Battle" review + news roundup

May 17, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 108 MB

This chapter of Once Upon A Time has come to a close. Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have fought their way through "The Final Battle" and lived to tell the tale. We're We've also got a special listener letter segment with other fans sharing their thoughts on what the show means to them. Make some tacos and put cinnamon on your hot chocolate as we discuss the last pages of our heroes' journeys!

Podcast 102: "The Song In Your Heart" review + news roundup

May 10, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 109 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson review the latest episode of Once Upon A Time!

Podcast #101: "The Black Fairy" review + news roundup

May 03, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson review the latest episode of Once Upon A Time!

Podcast #100: "Where Bluebirds Fly" review + news roundup

April 26, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson review the latest episode of Once Upon A Time and celebrate our 100th podcast!

Podcast #99: "Awake" review + news roundup

April 19, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 109 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson review the latest episode of Once Upon A Time!

Podcast #98: "Mother's Little Helper" review + news roundup

April 12, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 100 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson review the latest episode of Once Upon A Time!

Podcast #97: "A Wondrous Place" review + news roundup

April 05, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Charming finally learned the details of his father's death at the hands of his future son-in-law while Snow enjoyed some strong artisanal libations at Aesop's Tables while a pirate, a princess, and a mermaid joined forces to escape the villainous clutches of villainous men. We'll have our episode review, an on-site report of Sean Maguire's Oxfam charity event, and more!

Podcast #96: "Page 23" review + news roundup

March 29, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson review the latest episode of ABC's Once Upon A Time, plus all the latest news and update in our weekly news roundup! See you then!

Podcast #95: "Ill-Boding Patterns" review + news roundup

March 22, 2017 00:30 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Beowulf, ogres, potions and proposals: this episode of Once Upon A Time had it all. Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson dig into the Gold family's history and future, the direction of the CaptainSwan ship from here, and what happens when an Outlaw teams up with a Witch (ick). We'll also have all the latest bulletins in our news round-up! See you on the podcast!

Podcast #94: "Tougher Than the Rest" review + news roundup

March 08, 2017 01:30 - 1 hour - 104 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson review the latest episode of Once Upon A Time

Podcast #93: "Wish You Were Here" Review + News Roundup

December 07, 2016 01:30 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson review the latest happenings in Storybrooke!

Podcast #92: "Changelings" Review + News Roundup

November 30, 2016 01:30 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Rumplestiltskin has gone too far, and now Storybrooke has been touched by "Changelings." What will Gold's actions against Belle mean for the future of Rumbelle? Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson are drawing the lines and preparing for what's to come for the most star-crossed couple on Once Upon A Time. Join us live via phone or the chat room as we bring you our review and the latest breaking news in the Storybrooke universe, or download on your own for future listening!

Podcast #91: "I'll Be Your Mirror" Review + News Roundup

November 16, 2016 01:30 - 1 hour - 104 MB

Lean on me, when you're not strong, and "I'll Be Your Mirror." That was basically the theme of the eighth episode of Once Upon A Time's sixth season. Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have taken their seats in the mirror world's living room and are putting the pieces of this episode together to figure out what's to come. We'll also have the latest breaking news in our opening roundup. Join us live via phone or the chat room, or download later to listen at your leisure!

Podcast #90: "Heartless" Review + News Roundup

November 09, 2016 01:30 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

Someone on Once Upon A Time is "Heartless," and undoubtedly up to no good. Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson are here to talk about their bad behavior, what it means for the future of Storybrooke, the extended Charming family, and the FATE of the WORLD! (Dun dun duuuuuh!) We'll also have our usual news roundup with all the latest happenings in the Once Upon A Time universe.

Podcast #89: "Dark Waters" Review + News Roundup

November 02, 2016 00:30 - 1 hour - 99.2 MB

Captain Hook has been kidnapped in "Dark Waters!" Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have stowed aboarrrrrrrrrrd the Nautilus for an adventure with Captain Nemo as he takes Killian Jones 20,000 leagues under the sea. Meanwhile, in Storybrooke, Emma attempts to unite Aladdin and Jasmine for the sake of Agrabah while Snow, Charming and Regina free Archie from Zelena's wicked farmhouse, and the Evil Queen tries to drive a wedge between Hook and Henry. Will Emma be successful? Will Zelena and Regi...

Podcast #88: "Street Rats" review + news roundup

October 26, 2016 00:30 - 2 hours - 109 MB

Riff raff! "Street Rats!" Do we buy that? Join hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson as they review the fifth episode of Once Upon A Time's sixth season! Aladdin and Jasmine meet, the Evil Queen reminds us that she's Cora's daughter, and Emma seeks Jasmine's help to escape her fate! We'll also have our regular news round-up with all the latest happenings in Storybrooke!

Podcast #87: "The Other Shoe" Review + News Roundup

October 12, 2016 00:30 - 1 hour - 80 MB

"The Other Shoe" has dropped on Once Upon A Time! Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson have threaded their laces in preparation to discuss this twist on the wish that Cinderella's heart made. This is a special episode: the origins of Snow White and Cinderella's friendship, what happened to Cinderella's step-family, and what happened after Emma granted the wish that Cinderella's heart made.

Podcast #86: "A Bitter Draught" Review + News Roundup

October 05, 2016 00:30 - 1 hour - 88.6 MB

Once Upon A Time has brewed "A Bitter Draught" and Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson are ready to drink it! We'll discuss the latest twists and turns in Storybrooke, including the appearance of the Count of Monte Cristo, Belle and Rumple's separation, Emma's sessions with Archie and the Evil Queen's mission to get Zelena on her side. We'll also have everything you need to know in our news roundup.

Podcast #85: "The Savior" Review + News Roundup

September 28, 2016 00:30 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Our fourth podcasting season has begun! Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson are back from the summer hiatus with all the latest developments in the Once Upon A Time universe. We'll theorize about the latest news and speculate on what's to come as we review the season six premiere episode of Once Upon A Time!

Podcast #84: "Only You/An Untold Story" Review + News Roundup

May 18, 2016 00:30 - 2 hours - 109 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman, Amy Hood and Ashley Benson review the season finale of Once Upon A Time and theorize as to what will happen next season!

Podcast #83: "Last Rites" Review + News Roundup

May 12, 2016 00:30 - 1 hour - 87.7 MB

Hosts Zach Van Norman and Ashley Benson speak their peace about the latest episode of Once Upon A Time, "Last Rites"! We also have the latest info about the season finale.