Explore every episode of the podcast Once Upon a TV Time
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| Magical Clothing: Wiccan’s Rise, Fairytale Witches & Ghost Agatha with Daniel Selon | 13 Oct 2026 | 00:37:43 | |
How do you turn a blood-stained hoodie into a legendary superhero suit? 🔮✨ In Part 2 of our deep-dive interview, entertainment journalist and host Marine Perot returns with Agatha All Along costume designer Daniel Selon to unpack the jaw-dropping wardrobe secrets of the show’s final episodes. Daniel takes us behind the scenes of Joe Locke’s transformation into Wiccan, explaining the genius of the blood-stained hoodie turning red, working with the actor on superhero fittings, and honoring comic book history. We also dive into recreating iconic classic fairytale witches with an Agatha twist in Episode 7, and the hilarious props behind Ralph Bohner’s witch-repellent gear. In this second half, we discuss:
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| Summoning the Witches' Road with Agatha All Along Costume Designer Daniel Selon | 08 Oct 2026 | 00:50:44 | |
How do you dress a coven of legendary witches? 🔮✨ In Part 1 of this two-part interview, entertainment journalist and host Marine Perot sits down with costume designer Daniel Selon to step behind the scenes of Marvel Studios’ Agatha All Along. Daniel takes us through his journey into the world of TV and film costume design, offering invaluable advice for aspiring designers and creatives looking to break into the industry. He shares how his time as assistant costume designer on WandaVision helped him tackle the unique, monochromatic world of Spider-Noir, and dives deep into the intricate visual storytelling of Agatha All Along. In this episode, we discuss:
Stay tuned for Part 2, where we discuss Teen’s Wiccan costume, Ralph Bohner, and Episode 7’s iconic transformations! 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Who's your favorite witch in Agatha All Along? 📱 CONNECT WITH US AND LET US KNOW:
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| Interviewing the Composer: Daniel Hart on the Music of The Vampire Lestat | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:38:45 | |
Composer and songwriter Daniel Hart joins us for a deep dive into the making of The Vampire Lestat! From sitting in the writer’s room to bringing Lestat’s glam-rock anthems to life, Daniel breaks down every layer of music, lore, and character psychology behind the soundtrack for AMC's Interview with the Vampire season 3. In this episode, we discuss:
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| Building IWTV Season 3 with The Vampire Lestat Production Designer Andres Cubillan (Part 2) | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:29:51 | |
Welcome to Part 2 of our exclusive masterclass with Andres Cubillan, the brilliant Production Designer behind The Vampire Lestat (aka Interview with the Vampire season 3)! Following our deep dive into Lestat's rockstar world in Part 1, we are pulling back the curtain on the other key sets of this season, like Akasha's lair and Lestat's Montreal apartment. In this final installment, Andres breaks down how the design team brought centuries of lore to life, transformed studio sets into breathing environments, and embedded hidden details throughout every frame. 🏛️ What We Cover in Part 2:
💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Season 4 is now official and will be titled Queen of the Damned, are you excited to learn more about Akasha? 📱 CONNECT WITH US AND LET US KNOW:
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| Designing Lestat’s World: Andres Cubillan on IWTV Season 3 (Part 1) | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:54:08 | |
Welcome to Part 1 of a special two-part episode of Once Upon a TV Time! This week, we are sitting down with Andres Cubillan, the brilliant Production Designer behind the stunning, immersive visual world of Interview with the Vampire Season 3. aka The Vampire Lestat. In this episode, Andres takes us behind the velvet curtain of Lestat’s rockstar era to reveal how the production design team crafted the most iconic spaces of the season. From building custom touring sets to figuring out how to make a blood shower work, we explore how physical architecture tells the emotional story of immortal creatures. 🏛️ What We Cover in Part 1:
🚨 DON'T MISS PART 2! 🚨 Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss Part 2 dropping on Thursday, August 6th, where Andres dives deep into more world-building, Marius’s design of Akasha’s lair, and how Lestat's apartment worked for Claudia's return! 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What was your favorite set or aesthetic moment from Season 3? 📱 CONNECT WITH US AND LET US KNOW:
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| Reimagining Little House on the Prairie with Executive Producer Joy Gorman Wettels | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:57:54 | |
🌾 The frontier is officially calling... 🏔️✨ We are stepping back into the 1800s American West for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Netflix's new adaptation of Little House on the Prairie. In this episode of Once Upon a TV Time, host Marine Perot sits down with powerhouse Executive Producer Joy Gorman Wettels to discuss the massive undertaking of bringing a cinematic, deeply emotional, and historically rich new version of Laura Ingalls Wilder's story to life for a modern audience. Forget the lighthearted energy of the 1970s television era—this fresh adaptation delivers the rugged survival stakes, sprawling landscapes, and intricate character psychology that will instantly captivate fans of frontier stories. Joy pulls back the curtain on the entire production journey, breaking down the intense historical research required to honor the legacy of the original books, and the high-stakes decisions that shape a prestige period piece. In this episode, we unpack:
Whether you are a die-hard period drama enthusiast, a fan of the original books, or a filmmaking nerd obsessed with how massive streaming epics get built, consider this your official VIP invitation to the prairie. 🍿 The new adaptation of Little House on the Prairie is now streaming on Netflix! 📱 CONNECT WITH US:
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| Forging Game of Thrones with Weapons Master Tommy Dunne | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:49:07 | |
What does it actually take to arm an army of 500 extras, balance a Valyrian steel blade for Jon Snow, or design a weapon that tells a family’s entire 500-year history in a single frame? ⚔️ This week on Once Upon a TV Time, we are pulling back the curtain on the visceral, brutal, and beautiful world-building of Westeros. We are joined by the legendary Tommy Dunne—the Weapons Master responsible for designing, forging, and managing every single weapon, shield, and piece of artillery across all 8 seasons of Game of Thrones. In this behind-the-scenes episode, we explore: 📐 The Weapons Master's Journey: How Tommy got his start in the film industry and what drew him to the craft of weaponry. 📜 From Script to Steel: The intense collaborative relationship between weapons masters and stunt coordinators when building high-end fantasy dramas. 🐺 Forging Westeros: A deep-dive into how Tommy physically brought to life the unique designs of iconic blades like Ice, Needle, Oathkeeper, and Heartsbane. 🫅 Character Extensions: How weapons like Joffrey’s blade were intentionally engineered to tell a story about the character holding them. Whether you're a hardcore A Song of Ice and Fire lore nerd, a film student, or just obsessed with the intricate craft of prestige television, this conversation will completely change how you watch your favorite shows. 💬 LET'S TALK TV: We want to hear from you! If you were stepping onto the battlefield of Westeros, which of Tommy's iconic blades are you taking with you? Cast your vote in the comments! 👇 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE SHOW:
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| Set Decoration & World-Building on 'The Rings of Power' with Tina Jones | 16 May 2026 | 00:39:52 | |
"How do you build and furnish a world as vast, ancient, and expensive as Middle-earth? 🏰✨" Welcome back to Once Upon a TV Time! In this episode, host Marine Perot pulls back the curtain on one of the most visually breathtaking series in television history: The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Joining her is the brilliant set decorator Tina Jones, the creative force responsible for breathing physical life into the legendary realms of J.R.R. Tolkien. Tina takes us deep inside the production design process of a billion-dollar television show, sharing the exclusive stories of how massive scripts are translated into tangible, living environments. Whether you are a die-hard Tolkien fan, an aspiring filmmaker, or a lover of prestige television, this episode is a masterclass in the art of visual storytelling. In this masterclass episode, we explore:
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| Bonus: Once Upon a TV Time Featured on Made in Scotland! | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:00:48 | |
🏴 Proudly Featured: Once Upon a TV Time was recently featured on the Made in Scotland podcast series! Check out their incredible show highlighting Scottish creators and industry voices here: Made in Scotland. Our regular programming continues soon with an exclusive, deep-dive interview with The Rings of Power set decorator Tina Jones! Follow Once Upon a TV Time on Facebook, Threads, TikTok and Instagram to stay updated on all upcoming episodes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and artisan interviews! | |||
| Walking around 'Hill House' with production designer Patricio Farrell | 06 Feb 2026 | 00:53:57 | |
"How do you design a haunted house that doesn't actually look scary? 🚪👁️" Welcome back to Once Upon a TV Time! In this episode, host Marine Perot steps inside the grand, twisting corridors of prestige horror alongside acclaimed production designer Patricio Farrell. Patricio is the creative mastermind responsible for building the hauntingly majestic sets of Netflix's The Haunting of Hill House. If you’ve ever been mesmerized by the unsettling architecture, the hidden ghosts in the woodwork, or the infamous Red Room, this episode pulls back the curtain on how director Mike Flanagan's terrifying world was constructed from the ground up. In this masterclass episode, we explore:
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| Going down the rabbit hole with 'Lost' fan Blake Larsen | 24 Jan 2025 | 01:07:07 | |
"Why did an island full of smoke monsters and mystery permanently change television fandom? 💨✈️" Welcome back to Once Upon a TV Time! In this episode, host Marine Perot explores the massive, cultural phenomenon of television fandoms with Blake Larsen, the brilliant podcast producer and content creator over at Mary & Blake Media. Together, they are booking a return ticket on Oceanic Flight 815 to dive deep into the legacy of Lost. Blake breaks down his own journey into becoming a hardcore "Lostie," why passionate fan communities are the true lifeblood of any great TV show, and the exact episode that changed everything for him. In this deep-dive episode, we explore:
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| Designing Westeros with 'House of the Dragon' concept artist Kieran Belshaw | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:38:58 | |
"How do you paint the world of Westeros before it even exists? 🎨⚔️" Welcome back to Once Upon a TV Time! In this episode, host Marine Perot steps into the design studio of prestige television with acclaimed concept artist Kieran Belshaw. Kieran is one of the brilliant visual minds responsible for mapping out the look, feel, and scale of both Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. If you’ve ever marveled at the grand architecture of King's Landing, the dark halls of Dragonstone, or the sheer scale of the Red Keep, this episode pulls back the curtain on how those iconic locations were born. In this episode, we explore:
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| Battling bastards with 'Game of Thrones' stunt performer Jonathan Cohen | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:32:22 | |
"How do you survive a real cavalry charge without getting trampled? 🐴⚔️" Welcome back to Once Upon a TV Time! In this episode, host Marine Perot dives deep into the mud and chaos of Westeros with legendary stunt performer Jonathan Cohen. Jonathan took the hits on the front lines of Game of Thrones, and today he’s taking us directly inside the claustrophobic madness of the "Battle of the Bastards." If you've ever wondered how the most visceral battle in television history was actually pulled off safely, this behind-the-scenes masterclass is for you. In this episode, we break down:
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| Revisiting the pilot of 'Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman', with show creator Beth Sullivan | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:43:45 | |
"How a 19th-century frontier doctor became a global television phenomenon. 🏔️🩺" Welcome to the premiere episode of Once Upon a TV Time! To kick off the podcast, host Marine Perot is joined by a true television icon: Beth Sullivan, the creator, writer, and executive producer of the beloved classic, Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. Together, they are rewinding the clock to the 1993 pilot episode to uncover how this groundbreaking series defied all network expectations and captured the hearts of millions. Plus, Beth drops an exclusive inside look at a massive "what if" project that will leave fans reeling. In this premiere episode, we dive into:
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