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Once We Had Bad Haircuts | Episode 25
Apr 29, 2026
1h 13m 04s
Once We Filled German Niches with Flula Borg | Episode 24
Apr 22, 2026
1h 06m 50s
Once We Cheated Death | Episode 23
Apr 15, 2026
53m 22s
Once We Recorded Live | Episode 22
Apr 8, 2026
38m 00s
Once We Were Starving Artists | Episode 21
Apr 1, 2026
55m 28s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/29/26 | Once We Had Bad Haircuts | Episode 25✨ | bad haircutscelebrity encounters+3 | — | Collision33 | — | Alan TudykTom Hanks+5 | — | 1h 13m 04s | |
| 4/22/26 | Once We Filled German Niches with Flula Borg | Episode 24✨ | comedyinterviews+4 | Flula Borg | Collision33Frasier | Bavaria | Flula BorgBavaria+5 | — | 1h 06m 50s | |
| 4/15/26 | Once We Cheated Death | Episode 23✨ | narrowly avoiding deathquicksand+3 | — | Once We Were SpacemenCollision33 | — | quicksandrip currents+3 | — | 53m 22s | |
| 4/8/26 | Once We Recorded Live | Episode 22✨ | live recordingcomedy+4 | — | Once We Were SpacemenCollision33 | — | live episodesenior discounts+3 | — | 38m 00s | |
| 4/1/26 | Once We Were Starving Artists | Episode 21✨ | hotel livingfood storage+3 | — | Collision33 | — | bagelscream cheese+4 | — | 55m 28s | |
| 3/25/26 | Once We Were Gingers with Molly Quinn | Episode 20✨ | actingTV family+3 | Molly Quinn | Collision33 | Texas | Molly QuinnNathan Fillion+5 | — | 1h 12m 36s | |
| 3/18/26 | Once We Set Out To Do The Impossible… Again? | LIVE Announcement | Episode 19✨ | Fireflyanimated series+4 | — | FireflySerenity+1 | — | FireflySerenity+8 | — | 40m 26s | |
| 3/11/26 | Once We Were Ten-Year Olds | Episode 18✨ | childhoodnostalgia+3 | Alan Tudyk | Once We Were Spacemen | — | childhoodnostalgia+3 | — | 52m 16s | |
| 3/4/26 | Once We Subverted the System with Felicia Day | Episode 17✨ | graphic novelsDIY culture+3 | Felicia Day | Collision33The Lost Daughter of Sparta | — | Felicia Daygraphic novel+3 | — | 1h 06m 49s | |
| 2/25/26 | Once We Sold Dead Snakes | Episode 16✨ | childhood jobsstorytelling+3 | — | Collision33 | — | trophy shopnewspapers+3 | — | 1h 08m 43s | |
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| 2/18/26 | Once We Were Foolish Girls with Summer Glau | Episode 15✨ | actingballet+4 | Summer Glau | Collision33Jane Austen adaptations | — | Summer Glauacting+3 | — | 55m 02s | |
| 2/11/26 | ![]() Once We Were Allergic to Everything and Answered Your Burning Questions | Episode 14 | Nathan and Alan left Firefly with more than memories… they walked away with actual souvenirs from the set. Alan's item involves quite a heartwarming story, but Nathan's? Let's just say he snagged a vital artifact. The guys also dive into forged autographs, getting duped by their own mom, and how to properly respond to a joke. Plus, they answer your listener questions. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon. Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 59m 29s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() Once We Had Tongue Rings with Sean Maher | Episode 13 | The Doctor is in! Sean Maher made an impression on Alan and Nathan from the moment they first met. In this episode, the guys cover reparenting, piercings that Sean had during college, and Michigan pride. We also learn that Sean regularly texts Jewel Staite, but only to send her videos of people falling down. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon. Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 40m 02s | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() Once We Came of Age | Episode 12 | Have you ever ridden a motorcycle? According to Alan, it's a rush… of delicious smells. The guys reflect on some creative contributions, and Nathan has a ¿great idea. While they share many on-screen adventures, this episode is proof that Alan and Nathan are actual friends behind the scenes. Complete with the kind of stories you only tell people who really know you. Listener note: This episode includes a personal story involving hunting and the death of an animal. If this content may be difficult for you, feel free to skip from 19:21 to 29:32 or choose another episode. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon. Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 55m 47s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | ![]() Once We Were Low Huggers with Seth Green | Episode 11 | Seth Green has made George Lucas laugh. He's also waged Nerf gun warfare with Nathan, matched Alan’s “yes, and” energy, and isn't afraid of the low hug. Nathan and Seth met at a party sometime between Austin Powers, Buffy, and co-creating Robot Chicken. This episode is proof that their friendship isn't coincidence… it’s inevitable. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon. Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 58m 32s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() Once We Did Home Improvements | Episode 10 | Once, the guys reminisced about a hungover hike, debated TV reboots, and discussed why dry wiping is downright unacceptable… even Will Smith and Matt Damon agree. And if you’re wanting to know about home improvement hijinks, you should head over to our Patreon. If you're looking to be educated, you're in the wrong place. But since you'll learn nothing, you're free to doom scroll after listening. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon . Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 56m 54s | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | ![]() Once We Were Rookies with Melissa O'Neil | Episode 9 | Melissa O'Neil walked into her audition for The Rookie with an unconventional warm-up strategy. Before starting the scene, she... squatted. As in, she dropped down and did squats. Right there in the audition room. Nathan has been impressed ever since. In this delightful episode, Melissa and Nathan dive into Canadian accents, the timeless art of fart noises, the technicalities of acting, and the joy of working together for eight seasons of The Rookie. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon. Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 1h 08m 00s | ||||||
| 12/24/25 | ![]() Once We Had Some Not-So-Horrible Bosses with Alexi Hawley | Episode 8 | Nathan has had some incredible bosses – most recently Alexi Hawley, creator and showrunner of The Rookie. In this episode, Alexi shares stories from his drummer days, walks us through how The Rookie came to life, and demystifies the whole "how do you become a showrunner?" question. Also? Chickens. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon. Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 1h 00m 00s | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | ![]() Once We Had a Point | Episode 7 | Handshakes, treacle tarts, puns, aliens, mushrooms, French fries and butterflies! Even after hearing this episode, you still probably won’t know what it was about! Are we recording, yet? Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon. Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production | 43m 03s | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | ![]() Once We Were Jousters with Mark Addy | Episode 6 | Once, Alan walked around the set of A Knight's Tale wearing a cowboy hat with the confidence of a true Texan. Despite his bold fashion choice, he struck up a close friendship with British actor Mark Addy. Both Alan and Mark regale Nathan with fond memories of working with Heath Ledger and exploring the Czech Republic. Mark also takes us through his storied career… from The Full Monty to his memorable turn as Robert Baratheon in Game of Thrones. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/OnceWeWereSpacemen). Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 51m 29s | ||||||
| 12/3/25 | ![]() Once We Were Failures | Episode 5 | Is there a doctor on the spaceship? There is now. Nathan received an honorary doctorate – a moment he may never have reached without learning to deploy his alter ego during auditions. Also, both Alan and Nathan speak fluent Czech… thanks to dubbing. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts.Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/OnceWeWereSpacemen).Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 45m 09s | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | ![]() Once We Were Warrior Women with Gina Torres | Episode 4 | Gina Torres is known for playing the formidable Jessica Pearson in Suits and its spinoff Pearson. But before she became a star, she attended New York's legendary Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School (remember Fame?). She also did stunt shows in rubber pants… because every career has its chapters. And once, Gina and Alan shared an on-screen kiss that Alan remembers in remarkable detail. He never misses a chance to tell that story. Nathan loves giving him a hard time about it. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts.Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/OnceWeWereSpacemen). Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 41m 18s | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | ![]() Once We Were Scrappers | Episode 3 | Sure, Nathan and Alan have stellar careers now – they're number ones on their respective shows! (Have they mentioned that before?) But once upon a time, they were just starting out, hustling to make it in Hollywood. Alan was once the 104th actor to audition for a role because the casting director didn't want to call him. And another time, Nathan played an octopus named 42. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts.Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/OnceWeWereSpacemen).Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 39m 27s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | ![]() Once We Were beJeweled with Jewel Staite | Episode 2 | Now, Jewel Staite stars in Family Law and enjoys making cooking videos for her YouTube channel. But once, she was the youngest cast member on Firefly… despite the fact that she’d already been a working actor for years. She was also once Canadian and – actually – that one still stands. Find Jewel's cooking videos (and much more) on her YouTube channel: @JewelStaiteOfficial. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts.Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/OnceWeWereSpacemen).Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 1h 01m 40s | ||||||
| 11/5/25 | ![]() Once We Were Spacemen with Nathan Fillion & Alan Tudyk | Episode 1 | Once, Nathan Fillion and Alan Tudyk were spacemen… who played a lot of Halo in their downtime. They once did a photo shoot in the back of a Walmart, and this other time Nathan got revenge on an inconsiderate neighbor. And once… you know what, you should probably just listen to the episode. Follow Once We Were Spacemen wherever you get your podcasts.Listen to extended episodes a whole week early by joining our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/OnceWeWereSpacemen). Once We Were Spacemen is a Collision33 production. | 1h 00m 54s | ||||||
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