While we now no it isn't the end of the series, it could have been and maybe even should be. Rumple finally chose love over power, many sacrifices were made, and we got more fake baby Neal than we could shake a stick at... Let us know what you think! Twitter @onceuponth or email us at once@nthcast.com And check out our new website at onceuponth.com…

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!…

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!…

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!By ZDVanNorman

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 per…

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

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 …

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 …

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 min…

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 Kits…

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 ful…

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

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 chocolat…

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

Baby Neal Watch 2017 still continues...Would've thought the Black Fairy had him stashed somewhere, but no dice. The Black Fairy was one of the best episodes in a while. The reveal of Rumple abandonment was handled well. But that doesn't mean Belle needs to totally forgive him. Don't do it Belle! Oh, and Tiger Lily is the worst. As a matter of fact,…

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

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

Baby Neal Watch 2017 still continues...beginning to think he's the smartest resident of Storybrooke. More on that later... Awake was not without it's problems, but it was a nice to go back and be reminded of the importance of David & Snow's sacrifices and what they have really meant to everyone. How cool was it to see Regina & Hook step up to the p…

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

We're back ! We talk a little about 'A Wonderous Place' but don't spend too much time on that waste of an episode before we jump into the much better 'Mother's Little Helper'... It's the first true hint of the Final Battle being a sort of end to the series as we know it and that is good thing. That will drive the remaining episodes to a clear resol…

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

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 ch…

Wow, what a turn of events? Did anyone see the confrontation between Regina and the Evil Queen playing out the way it did? We certainly didn't! Will Regina ever get her happy ending? Hopefully, we'll turn away for her romantic life and find happiness and fulfillment in another way. It would be the best way to carry forward the story line...Loved th…

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!By ZDVanNorman

The changing of Bae's backstory just makes us feel icky... Will Hook ever tell Emma what he did? Does it even matter? Baby Neil Watch 2017: This just in! Wait, nope that was baby Robin, not Neil. Maybe next time...We may have to add Henry to the "Where are they" list soon. What you think of the episode? Loved it , Hated it, Meh? What do you think t…

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 yo…

Maybe less a review and more of us gushing over how much we enjoyed the movie! And what's wrong with that? Is it perfect? No. Is it better that the 1991 Disney animated feature? There is a little disagreement there... We hope you have had a chance to see it. If not, please go! We certainly going to see it again and again and again...You get the ide…

Check out our new website at onceuponth.com! We finally learn the truth about David's father. Hook Gets his blessing to marry Emma, but how long will it take for his secret to explode the family? Regina knew that the Robin thing wasn't right and finally admits as much. But is Robin really the page 23 Robin? Is he on the up and up? And where is baby…

Was anyone else confused by the logic in this episode? Or is that just Josh? Why does anything happen in Once Upon a Time? Meh...Magic! Will Robin stick around? How do you feel about him being back? Will Snow get some good rest as David bumbles to around attempting to fix stuff? Will he go Dark? Or will Hook be the voice of reason? Lord help us all…

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

Join us in our Facebook Group at <nthcast.com/oncers> We finally cover the Once Upon a Time, season 6 mid-season finale....Was it the best, no, but it did raise a lot of questions...that we have to wait until March to start finding out the answers! Grrr! We want to hear your theories/thoughts on the first half of the season and where d…

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

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 …

Henry is growing up nicely. And how about those John Hughes/Star Wars references? What more could you want in an epsiode? But can we lay off of the EQ/Rumple kissy, kissy stuff? Barf! Just don't get us started on Belle... What did you think of the episodes? Let us know at twitter.com/onceuponth or once@nthcast.com And don't forget to join us in …

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 l…

Dark Waters was ok, if not a little trying at times, but Heartless was great. Join us as we do a poor job of remembering what to discuss... Oh yeah...Rumple & the Evil Queen is just gross. What did you think of the episodes? Let us know at twitter.com/onceuponth or once@nthcast.com And don't forget to join us in our Facebook Group as we watch an…

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 …

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 Arc…

We're back and there's much to discuss as we breakdown, 'Strange Case' and 'Street Rats'...Both were good episodes but were sad to see Hyde go as he and the Evil Queen would've made a great power couple. The Aladdin story translated well to the show. Pretty sure we'll see Aladdin return to his Savior status in some capacity. Which would suit…

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 ha…

Yay, we finally got the episode out! Sorry for the delay...hope it was worth the short wait. What did you guys think of the new take on the Cinderella story? Let us know you're thoughts twitter.com/onceuponth or once@nthcast.com Join our Facebook Group to join in the fun of watching and commenting on the episode live at …

"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 g…

So we meet the Count of Monte Cristo and Snow's handmaiden and Josh forgets how to pronounce "Draught"...(Grr, those Brits and their funky spellings!) Was the story of the Count rushed? Did you feel cheated out of knowing more about Charlotte? Will we meet new characters every week and their story be resolved by the end of the epis…

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 hav…

Season 6 is here and the premiere did not disappoint! It's good to be back...We didn't realize how much we missed the show. Well, some of us didn't miss Belle and would rather see here sleep for the rest of the season... Anyhoo, the season is off to a great start with planting the seeds of the Savior mythology, which will be interesting to s…

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!…

We're back and we re-watched the Pilot and oh, how things have changed since then! We apologize for the delay and we plan to get back of a regular schedule. Thanks for listening! Contact us at: twitter.com/onceuponth or email: once@nthcast.com Make sure you check out our Facebook Group at nthcast.com/oncers . It's a great way to stay in touc…

Season 5 Finale! So much happened and the wheels were set in motion for season 6...Will Rumple save Belle and his child from that wonderfully ornate box? Will Henry's hormones simmer down and allow him to make logical choices? Will Regina lose her edge? Will she ever find and keep her One True Love? Will anyone catch the fact the the 21 Jump…

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!By ZDVanNorman

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.By ZDVanNorman