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Once Upon A Fan Podcast

Once Upon A Fan Podcast

By: Z. David Van Norman
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 Dust off your red leather jackets, get some arrows for your bow, and grab an apple (just... maybe not that apple). The Once Upon A Fan Podcast is your time-traveling portal back to the magical madness of ABC’s Once Upon A Time — the show that made fairy tales cool, shipping wars legendary, and curses part of the weekly weather report.

Hosted by the team behind Once Upon A Fan — the internet’s biggest home for Once Upon A Time obsession — we’re diving headfirst into episode reviews, behind-the-scenes secrets, and the chaos and joy of running the top fan site during the show’s heyday. We’re talking SDCC interviews where we tried to act cool in front of the cast (and totally failed), EnchantaCon moments we’ll never forget, the wild ride of growing a fandom empire, and memories from the very first Once Upon A Time podcast that we launched with nothing but love, caffeine, and a dream.

Whether you rooted for heroes, villains, or someone perpetually stuck in a morally Gold area, we’re here to laugh, cry, and reminisce with you — one spellbinding episode at a time.Copyright Z. David Van Norman Art
Episodes
  • Podcast #114: Return to Storybrooke

    Podcast #114: Return to Storybrooke
    May 31 2025
    After a seven-year slumber, we’re back to revisit the enchanted world of ONCE UPON A TIME with fresh eyes and full hearts. I’m David Van Norman, formerly known as Zach Van Norman, and I'm joined by my co-host, Amy Hood.

    When ONCE UPON A TIME was on the air, Amy and I were part of the team behind Once Upon A Fan — the most popular fan site dedicated to the series, which gave us first-hand experiences with the cast and showrunners that offer a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective on the show’s legacy and impact. And that’s part of why we’re back with a new chapter. But this isn’t just a trip down memory lane.

    This podcast is a space where fandom meets reflection — blending behind-the-scenes stories and insider perspectives with meaningful conversations about the power of storytelling to heal, inspire, and connect us. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just discovering the show for the first time, join us as we celebrate the legacy of ONCE UPON A TIME and explore the enduring magic of stories well told.

    Because every story matters — and some are worth retelling.
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    58 mins
  • Podcast #113: "Is This Henry Mills?" Review

    Podcast #113: "Is This Henry Mills?" Review
    Mar 21 2025
    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! 5/13/2018
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    50 mins
  • Podcast #112: "Sisterhood" Review

    Podcast #112: "Sisterhood" Review
    Apr 5 2018
    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!
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    47 mins
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