- 14
- Episodes
- 4
- Ratings
- Monthly
- Cadence
- 2024
- First episode
- 106
- YouTube views
About Once Upon a TV Time
Welcome to the ultimate deep-dive into prestige television. 📺✨ On Once Upon a TV Time, entertainment journalist and TV critic Marine Perot sits down with the visionary minds behind the greatest shows on screen. From showrunners and directors to concept artists, set decorators, and stunt stars—we pull back the curtain on the craft and chaos of high-end drama. 📱 CONNECT: Instagram/Threads: @ouatvt_podcast TikTok: @ouatvt PR/Inquiries: onceuponatvtime@gmail.com
- Publisher
- Marine Perot
- Category
- tv & film
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 9 Apr 2024
- Latest episode
- 13 Oct 2026
Latest episodes
14 episodes in the feed.
13 Oct 2026
Magical Clothing: Wiccan’s Rise, Fairytale Witches & Ghost Agatha with Daniel Selon
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: The Evolution of Teen / Wiccan: Joe Locke's fittings, the 1980s headband callback, and the brilliant mechanics of the blood-stained hoodie turning into a cape. Ralph Bohner’s Return: The prop work and comedy behind Evan Peters' underground witch-repellent getup. Fairytale Reimaginings: Crafting custom takes on the Wicked Witch of the West, Glinda, the Evil Queen, and Maleficent for Episode 7. Agatha’s Ghostly Finale: The inspiration behind Agatha’s final form and wrapping up the journey on the Witches' Road. Halloween Ideas: Daniel's advice on how to dress up as your favorite witch. 🎧 If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to support the show! 📱 CONNECT WITH US: Follow Once Upon a TV Time on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589966623085), Threads (https://www.threads.com/@ouatvt_podcast), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/) to stay updated on all upcoming episodes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and artisan interviews! 🎨 CREDITS & LEGAL: Cover art: Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/) Music & Sound Effects: Pixabay Agatha All Along Audio Clips: Copyright Disney/Marvel Television (All rights reserved)
8 Oct 2026
Summoning the Witches' Road with Agatha All Along Costume Designer Daniel Selon
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: Breaking Into the Industry: Daniel’s advice for aspiring costume designers and getting a start in the department. From WandaVision to Spider-Noir: How designing for black-and-white television prepared him for Noir’s 1930s aesthetic. Agatha’s Iconic Coat: The hidden crow-lining details, working with Kathryn Hahn in fittings, and the coat twirl everyone fell in love with. Lilia’s Storytelling: How details in Lilia’s road outfit inform her past and character history.. Rio’s Lady Death Hints: The inspiration behind Rio’s wardrobe and subtle visual cues used throughout the season. 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: Follow Once Upon a TV Time on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589966623085), Threads (https://www.threads.com/@ouatvt_podcast), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/) to stay updated on all upcoming episodes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and artisan interviews! 🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps other TV lovers find the show! 🎨 CREDITS & LEGAL: Cover art: Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/) Music & Sound Effects: Pixabay Agatha All Along Audio Clips: Copyright Disney/Marvel Television (All rights reserved)
8 Sept 2026
Interviewing the Composer: Daniel Hart on the Music of The Vampire Lestat
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: 🎻 From Violin to Prestige TV: How Daniel went from touring with indie rock royalty (St. Vincent, Polyphonic Spree) to scoring film and television. 🎼 Inside the Writer’s Room: Why many of Lestat’s songs were composed before the scripts—and how being on set changed the recording process. 🧛 Sam Reid in the Studio: What it was REALLY like working with Sam Reid to turn raw demos into Lestat tracks, including the vocal moments that completely blew Daniel away. 💭 Song Psychology & Lore: We unpack the trauma of "Biggest Fan", the grief behind "Stained Glass Eyes", and whether Lestat is subtly setting the record straight about Claudia's ashes. 🇫🇷 Baudelaire & French Vocals: The origins of "La Fontaine de Sang" and the challenge of recording in French. 🤔 Game Time: We play "Which Muse Is This Song About?" (Louis, Nicki, Gabriella, Magnus, or Lestat's ego?). 💡 Looking Ahead: The truth behind The Failure album canon, live concert hopes, and early musical ideas/textures for Akasha in Season 4! 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What's your favorite song on The Failures? 📱 CONNECT WITH US AND LET US KNOW: Follow Once Upon a TV Time on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589966623085), Threads (https://www.threads.com/@ouatvt_podcast), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/) to stay updated on all upcoming episodes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and artisan interviews! 🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps other TV lovers find the show! 🎨 CREDITS & LEGAL: Cover art: Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/) Music & Sound Effects: Pixabay The Vampire Lestat Audio Clips: Copyright AMC (All rights reserved)
6 Aug 2026
Building IWTV Season 3 with The Vampire Lestat Production Designer Andres Cubillan (Part 2)
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: 👑 Akasha’s Lair: The architectural design and spatial storytelling behind the Mother of All Vampires' sanctuary. 🔮 The Séance Room: Designing the environment for the ritual that brought Claudia back. ✂️ Sets on the Cutting Room Floor: Behind-the-scenes stories of stunning sets and design elements that didn't make the final cut. 🔄 Bridging the Eras: How the team seamlessly integrated visual motifs, props, and design elements from Seasons 1 and 2 when it mattered the most in Season 3. 💬 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: Follow Once Upon a TV Time on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589966623085), Threads (https://www.threads.com/@ouatvt_podcast), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/) to stay updated on all upcoming episodes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and artisan interviews! 🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps other TV lovers find the show! 🎨 CREDITS & LEGAL: Cover art: Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/) Music & Sound Effects: Pixabay The Vampire Lestat Audio Clips: Copyright AMC (All rights reserved)
4 Aug 2026
Designing Lestat’s World: Andres Cubillan on IWTV Season 3 (Part 1)
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: 🎸 Lestat’s Rockstar Tour Bus: The engineering, design choices, and secrets behind building Lestat’s mobile sanctuary—including that moody, custom-built shower scene! 🧛 Stage Design for a Vampire: How the team created the visual language for Lestat’s larger-than-life rock tour. 🏰 Lestat's Past : Set design details and subtle references to Lestat's upbringing that you might have missed on your first watch. 🚨 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: Follow Once Upon a TV Time on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589966623085), Threads (https://www.threads.com/@ouatvt_podcast), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/) to stay updated on all upcoming episodes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and artisan interviews! 🎧 Enjoying the show? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps other TV lovers find the show! 🎨 CREDITS & LEGAL: Cover art: Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/) Music & Sound Effects: Pixabay The Vampire Lestat Audio Clips: Copyright AMC (All rights reserved)
9 Jul 2026
Reimagining Little House on the Prairie with Executive Producer Joy Gorman Wettels
🌾 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: 📜 Untold Perspectives: How the writers approached expanding the classic frontier lore to feature deeper, more diverse, and historically authentic stories. 🎥 The Artisan Craft: The meticulous work behind the production design, costumes, and everything needed to make the 19th-century wilderness feel raw and visceral. 🧠 The Producer’s Blueprint: Joy’s personal creative philosophy on how to adapt beloved, generational IP without losing the emotional core that made it famous. 🪓 The New Ingalls: An introduction to the new faces of the Ingalls family, from Luke Bracey stepping into Michael Landon’s iconic boots to Alice Halsey being the reincarnation of Laura Ingalls. 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: Follow Once Upon a TV Time on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589966623085), Threads (https://www.threads.com/@ouatvt_podcast), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/) to stay updated on all upcoming episodes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and artisan interviews! Leave us a 5-star review if you love learning the hidden secrets behind your favorite screens. Submit Your Favorite Show: Want us to cover a specific high-end drama next? Drop your suggestions in our social media comments! 🎨 CREDITS & LEGAL: Cover art: Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/) Music & Sound Effects: Pixabay Little House on the Prairie Audio Clips: Copyright Netflix (All rights reserved)
18 Jun 2026
Forging Game of Thrones with Weapons Master Tommy Dunne
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: Follow Once Upon a TV Time on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589966623085), Threads (https://www.threads.com/@ouatvt_podcast), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/) to stay updated on all upcoming episodes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and artisan interviews! Submit Your Favorite Show: Want us to cover a specific high-end drama next? Drop your suggestions in our social media comments! 🎨 CREDITS & LEGAL: Cover art: Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/) Music & Sound Effects: Pixabay Game of Thrones Audio Clips: Copyright HBO (All rights reserved) #GameOfThrones #TommyDunne #WeaponsMaster #BehindTheScenes #OnceUponATVTime #Westeros #PrestigeTV #Filmmaking #JonSnow #AryaStark
16 May 2026
Set Decoration & World-Building on 'The Rings of Power' with Tina Jones
How do you build and furnish a world as vast, ancient, and expensive as Middle-earth? On this episode of Once Upon a TV Time, 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 stories of how massive scripts are translated into tangible, living environments. In this episode, we discuss: Tina Jones' background: How Tina got started in the film industry and what drew her to set decoration, as well as some advice for people interested in the industry. From Script to Set: The collaborative relationship between set decorators and production designers when building high-end fantasy dramas. Building Middle-earth: How Tina brought to life some of the most iconic sets of The Rings of Power season 2. The Prestige TV Challenge: What it’s really like working on such of a massive studio production. 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. Connect with Once Upon a TV Time: Subscribe/Follow: Don't miss an episode! Hit that follow button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Follow us on Instagram: @ouatvt_podcast for exclusive behind-the-scenes concept art and set photos from this episode! Submit Your Favorite Show: Want us to cover a specific high-end drama? Drop your suggestions in the comments.
5 Mar 2026
Bonus: Once Upon a TV Time Featured on Made in Scotland!
🏴 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 (https://open.spotify.com/show/14AM9sWCJui7o9PA9zSipC). Our regular programming continues soon with an exclusive, deep-dive interview with The Rings of Power set decorator Tina Jones! Hit that follow button so you don’t miss it.
6 Feb 2026
Walking around 'Hill House' with production designer Patricio Farrell
In this new episode of Once Upon a TV Time, host Marine Perot chats with production designer Patricio Farrell about creating the majestic sets of Netflix's The Haunting of Hill House. They talk about Patricio's background, his ideas for Mike Flanagan's show, and creating a house that doesn't look scary. Follow this podcast on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt_podcast/)! Covert art by Agathe Pompon. Music and sound effects from Pixa Bay. Additional Haunting of Hill House soundbites and music copyright Netflix and The Newton Brothers (all rights reserved).
24 Jan 2025
Going down the rabbit hole with 'Lost' fan Blake Larsen
In this new episode of Once Upon a TV Time, host Marine Perot discusses the impact of fans on a TV show like Lost with Blake Larsen, a podcast producer and content creator over at Mary & Blake Media. They talk about how Blake became a "Lostie", why fandoms are essential, and dive deep into the episode that made Blake love Lost so much. Please go to maryandblake.com (https://maryandblake.com/) to find out more about the many different TV-related podcasts that Blake and his wife Mary produce. Follow this podcast on Threads (https://www.threads.net/@ouatvt_podcast) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt_podcast/) to learn more about upcoming episodes. Covert art by Agathe Pompon. Music and sound effects from Pixa Bay. Additional Lost soundbites copyright ABC (all rights reserved). Lost soundtrack copyright Michael Giacchino/Universal Music (all rights reserved).
29 Oct 2024
Designing Westeros with 'House of the Dragon' concept artist Kieran Belshaw
In this new episode of Once Upon a TV Time, host Marine Perot discusses the art of Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon with Kieran Belshaw, who has worked as a concept artist on both HBO series. They talk about the what it takes to be a concept artist, designing the iconic places seen in the world of Westeros, and going from Game of Thrones to House of the Dragon. You can find the art discussed on this episode on Kieran's website (https://www.kbelshaw.com/albums/7475183) as well as on his Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/kbelshaw42/). Follow this podcast on X (Twitter) (https://x.com/ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt_podcast/)! Covert art by Agathe Pompon. Music and sound effects from Pixa Bay. Additional House of the Dragon soundbites copyright HBO (all rights reserved).
4 Jun 2024
Battling bastards with 'Game of Thrones' stunt performer Jonathan Cohen
In this new episode of Once Upon a TV Time, host Marine Perot discusses everything "Battle of the Bastards" with Jonathan Cohen (https://www.rockstarstunts.com/), who worked as a stunt performer on Game of Thrones and recalls what is was like to be in the Battle for Winterfell. They talk about the misconceptions around what it takes to be a stunt performer, working as a stunt double on "Battle of the Bastards", and facing the miserable weather conditions of Northern Ireland. Follow this podcast on X (Twitter) (https://x.com/ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/)! Follow Jonathan Cohen here (https://www.instagram.com/johnnyworeblack/). Covert art by Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/). Music and sound effects from Pixa Bay. Additional Game of Thrones soundtrack music by Ramin Djawadi (all rights reserved). Game of Thrones sound clips copyright HBO (all rights reserved).
9 Apr 2024
Revisiting the pilot of 'Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman', with show creator Beth Sullivan
In this very first episode of Once Upon a TV Time, host Marine Perot discusses the pilot of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman with the series creator, writer and executive producer Beth Sullivan. They talk about the genesis of the show, how Jane Seymour and Joe Lando were chosen for the roles of Michaela Quinn and Byron Sully, which aspects of the story were important to set up in the pilot... and what the reboot of Dr. Quinn that Beth Sullivan worked on in 2020 would have looked like. Dr. Quinn indie movie, anyone? Follow this podcast on X (Twitter) (https://x.com/ouatvt) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouatvt/)! Covert art by Agathe Pompon (https://ottawacreatives.ca/) Music and sound effect from Pixa Bay. Dr. Quinn music and sound clips copyright William Olvis and CBS (all rights reserved).
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- YouTube views
- 106
- Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
- Spotify
- 5.0 / 5
- 4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 30 / 100
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- Quality
- 10
- Social presence
- 0
- YouTube
- 64
- Engagement
- 60
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