Down the Yellow Brick Pod

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Down the Yellow Brick Pod is a podcast community preserving and peeling back the curtain on the wonderful world of Oz and its irreversible impact on culture. Join good (trouble) witch co-hosts Emily Kay Shrader and Tara Tagliaferro over the rainbow for an escape!  Past deep dives include the original 1900 The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the MGM Classic, The Wiz, Return to Oz, Wicked, and more! New episodes drop every Sunday evening and we thank you for listening!

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"Wicked: For Good" - Fallen House Scene (Part 1) with Roxanne and Bailey Canales
#55
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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the Fallen House scene, share favorite moments, and more!

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Heart of Stone Stunt Coordinator Jo McLaren on the Movie’s Crazy Real ActionAnatomy of a Stunt with Jo McLaren: 'Wicked'



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"Wicked: For Good" - As Long As You're Mine (Part 2) with Caroline Norton and Daniel Miller
#54
Last Wednesday at 10:00 PM

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down "As Long As You're Mine," share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Drawn by BryanDrawn by Bryan RedBubbleDrawn by Bryan TeePublic"A Great and Powerful Tyranny" - Books of Wonder


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"Wicked: For Good" - As Long As You're Mine (Part 1) with Caroline Norton and Daniel Miller
#53
11/02/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down "As Long As You're Mine," share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Cynthia Erivo on ‘As Long As You’re Mine’ Q&A WICKED FOR GOODWicked Costume Designer Paul Tazewell Breaks Silence on Elphaba's "Sex Cardigan"Cynthia Erivo explains origin of 'sex cardigan' in Wicked: For Good: 'This is what she lives in every single day' (exclusive)LIMITED EDITION: For the first time i feel
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Wicked Day! with Broadway's Madame Morrible Ellen Harvey
#52
10/30/2026

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Happy Wicked Day dear listeners! To celebrate the Broadway production's 23rd anniversary, the pod welcomes our first Madame Morrible to share all about the character's witchy deliciousness. It's none other than Broadway veteran Ellen Harvey! 

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Ellen HarveyWillfully DorothyMoonchild Trinkets

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"Galinda" by Gregory Maguire (Part 2) with PJ Scott-Blankenship
#51
10/29/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their dive into the new prequel from Gregory Maguire, "Galinda"! Joined by friend of the pod PJ Scott-Blankenship, rabbit holes include background on the novel, favorite new characters, and more!

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@theeverydayozOddment and TweakProtego Foundation

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"Galinda" by Gregory Maguire (Part 1) with PJ Scott-Blankenship
#50
10/25/2026

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Tara and EmKay dive into the new prequel from Gregory Maguire, "Galinda"! Joined by friend of the pod PJ Scott-Blankenship, rabbit holes include background on the novel, favorite new characters, and more!

Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping this Wednesday.

Show Notes:

@theeverydayoz@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik TokWicked: The Graphic Novel Part II

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No Place Like New York: 2026 Retreat Recap and Attendee Shares!
#49
10/18/2026

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Tara and EmKay are elated to recap 2026's No Place Like New York Retreat, their annual Oz getaway! Rabbit holes include highlights of the retreat, a breakdown of main events, and shares from several attendees of this year's retreat. So many emotions. Thank you so much to ALL retreat attendees who made this year so special!

Show Notes:

Good Night, Break a LegDrawn by BryanDrawn by Bryan RedBubbleDrawn by Bryan TeePublic"A Great and Powerful Tyranny" - Books of WonderLiving Mandala of Oz

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"Galinda" with Gregory Maguire
#48
10/11/2026

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Dear listeners, one of our dearest guests, Gregory Maguire, returns to the pod to talk all about his new prequel "Galinda"! Rabbit holes include inspiration behind Galinda's childhood, differences in portrayals of the character of the years, and so much more!

Show Notes:

"Galinda" by Gregory MaguireOddment and Tweak


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"Ultimate Oz Universe Volume II: Into the Outerlands" with Larry King and Fred Van Lente
#47
10/05/2026

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Graphic novel lovers, Ultimate Oz Universe returns! "Volume II: Into the Outerlands"  is available now and Tara and EmKay are here to spread the word on this incredible Oz lit you'll want in your hands. Join for a conversation with co-writer and producer Larry King and co-writer Fred Van Lente to hear about the continuation of Ultimate Oz Universe, what to expect from volume II, and so much more. 

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"Somewhere Over the Border" at Mosaic Theater Company with Camilo Linares
#46
10/02/2026

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Tara and EmKay speak with Camilo Linares, the Narrator in Mosaic Theater Company's production of "Somewhere Over the Border" by Brian Quijada! Now running in DC until October 18th, Camilo shares about what makes this production pertinent currently, how to find out more information, crossover into Oz, and more!

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Camilo LinaresOrquesta MenplesaMosaic Theater CompanyUltimate Oz UniverseProtego Foundation

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"Wicked: For Good" - The Betrayal (Part 2) with Joey Paradise
#45
09/30/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the betrayal scene including the reprise of "I'm Not That Girl," share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

"Galinda" by Gregory MaguireThe Making of Wicked

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"Wicked: For Good" - The Betrayal (Part 1) with Joey Paradise
#44
09/27/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the betrayal scene including the reprise of "I'm Not That Girl," share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Protego FoundationWicked: The Graphic Novel Part IIAriana Grande and the ‘Wicked: For Good’ Artisans Crafted a Subtle Arc for Glinda: Why Her Character’s Betrayal ‘Was Really Hard Emotionally’


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"Wicked: For Good" - Jumanji Wedding (Part 2) with Stephanie Wheatley
#43
09/23/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the wedding scene (which we have dubbed Jumanji Wedding) with audio notes from Stephanie Wheatley, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

"A Great and Powerful Tyranny" - Books of WonderUltimate Oz UniverseHe’s Seen Images of 9/11 From Just About Every Angle. Except This One.


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"Wicked: For Good" - Jumanji Wedding (Part 1)
#42
09/21/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the wedding scene (which we have dubbed Jumanji Wedding), share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Withy WorkshopOddment and TweakFAQ: Border Destruction at Big BendA Magical Fusion: Collaborates with ”WICKED” for a Refined Bridal Collection


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"Wicked: For Good" - Wonderful (Part 2) with Steve Picataggio
#41
09/16/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down "Wonderful" with Steve Picataggio, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Steve PicataggioWillfully Dorothy"Galinda" by Gregory Maguire

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"Wicked: For Good" - Wonderful (Part 1) with Steve Picataggio
#40
09/14/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down "Wonderful" with Steve Picataggio, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Jeff Goldblum’s Long Road To His No. 1 Jazz Album, ‘The Capitol Studio Sessions’Anything But Ordinary Addie: The True Story of Adelaide Herrmann, Queen of MagicSteve Picataggio“Wicked: For Good” Choreographer Christopher Scott on Conjuring Magical Moves With Cynthia Erivo & Ariana GrandeWicked: The Graphic Novel Part I@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik Tok


"Wicked: For Good" - Balcony Reunion Scene (Part 2) with Alex Shiranian
#39
09/09/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down Elphaba and Glinda's balcony reunion scene with Alex Shiranian, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Willfully DorothySharon - Oz Dolls - [email protected] 

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"Wicked: For Good" - Balcony Reunion Scene (Part 1) with Alex Shiranian
#38
09/06/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down Elphaba and Glinda's balcony reunion scene with Alex Shiranian, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

INSIDE GLINDA'S APARTMENT IN ‘WICKED: FOR GOOD’Moonchild Trinkets"Wonderfully Wicked"


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Peel Behind the Curtain: Theatre Arts Education with Bryan Andes
#37
09/04/2026

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Tara and EmKay are joined by first-grade teacher Bryan Andes, who recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of the First Grade Theater Study at P.S. 212 Midtown West School! Hear more about the creation of the program, Bryan's passion for arts in education, this year's production, and more!

*Thank you for your patience on our occasional imperfect sound moments!

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@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik TokOddment and Tweak

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"Wicked: For Good" - The Wicked Witch of the East (Part 2) with Ryan Jay
#36
09/02/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down "The Wicked Witch of the East" and the scene with Ryan Jay, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Ryan Jay ReviewsThe manosphere continues to suck young men in as study reveals troubling findingsThe Magic Continues as the Creative Minds Behind Wicked Return for Part Two of Jon M. Chu’s Epic Musical VisionOddment and Tweak"Galinda" by Gregory Maguire


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"Wicked: For Good" - The Wicked Witch of the East (Part 1) with Ryan Jay
#35
08/30/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down "The Wicked Witch of the East" and the scene with Ryan Jay, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Ryan Jay ReviewsMarissa Bode Is UnlimitedMarissa Bode Says Nessarose’s Storyline in ‘Wicked: For Good’ Will Be “Less Harmful to Disabled People” Than Original Broadway Version‘Wicked: For Good’ Transformations Explained: How the Scarecrow and Tin Man Got Their Shocking Final Looks Becoming the Tin ManHow ‘Wic...


"Wicked: For Good" - No Place Like Home (Part 2) with Mikey Shock and Christian Garcia
#34
08/26/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the first new song added to the film, "No Place Like Home," and the scene with Mikey Shock and Christian Garcia, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Framestore - Wicked For Good"Wonderfully Wicked"Ultimate Oz Universe

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"Wicked: For Good" - No Place Like Home (Part 1) with Mikey Shock and Christian Garcia
#33
08/24/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the first new song added to the film, "No Place Like Home," and the scene with Mikey Shock and Christian Garcia, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

Second WICKED Movie Will Include Two New SongsWicked: For Good reveals titles of 2 brand-new songs from movie sung by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana GrandeFramestore - Wicked For GoodWicked’s Stephen Schwartz Knows You Sing ‘For Good’...


"Wicked: For Good" - Our Wizard Lies (Part 2) with Danny Falks and Neil James
#32
08/19/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the "Our Wizard Lies" scene with Danny Falks and Neil James, share favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

"Galinda" by Gregory Maguire"A Great and Powerful Tyranny" - Books of Wonder


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"Wicked: For Good" - Our Wizard Lies (Part 1) with Danny Falks and Neil James
#31
08/17/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down the "Our Wizard Lies" scene with Danny Falks and Neil James, share favorite moments, and more!

Stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode dropping Wednesday.

Show notes:

Moonchild TrinketsUltimate Oz UniverseHow the Accessibility Coordinator for "Wicked" Made the Land of Oz More Inclusive



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"Wicked: For Good" - Thank Goodness (Part 2) with Chad Colacurcio
#30
08/12/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down "Thank Goodness" with Chad Colacurcio, share favorite moments, and more!

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Withy WorkshopDrawn by BryanDrawn by Bryan RedBubbleDrawn by Bryan TeePublic@chadcolacurcio@theshoesofoz

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"Wicked: For Good" - Thank Goodness (Part 1) with Chad Colacurcio
#29
08/10/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down "Thank Goodness" with Chad Colacurcio, share favorite moments, and more!

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"Galinda" by Gregory Maguire@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik Tok@chadcolacurcio‘Wicked’ Costume Designer on Abandoning Glinda’s Signature Pink Wardrobe for Her New Bubble Dress and Wedding Gown


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"Wicked: For Good" - Tap to Bubble (Part 2)
#28
08/05/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down Glinda's tap to bubble scene, favorite moments, and more!

Show notes:

"Wonderfully Wicked"Oddment and Tweak

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"Wicked: For Good" - Tap to Bubble (Part 1)
#27
08/02/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they break down Glinda's tap to bubble scene, favorite moments, and more!

Stay tuned for part 2 dropping this Wednesday.

Show notes:

‘Wicked’ actress Scarlett Spears on landing role of young Glinda: ‘I started crying’8-year-old actress and Orlando native Scarlett Spears shines bright in ‘Wicked: For Good’The Morning Show with Scarlett SpearsScarlett Spears on @TheOzVlog"Bunns Rabbit" by Alan Barillaro"Galinda" by Gregory Maguire


"Wicked: For Good" - Every Day More Wicked (Part 2) with Patrick Clanton
#26
07/29/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they are joined by friend of the pod, Patrick Clanton, to dive into the first scene of the film, "Every Day More Wicked"!

Show notes:

Wicked: The Graphic Novel Part II@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik Tok@patrickclantonHow ‘Wicked: For Good’ Production Designer Built Elphaba’s Nest From Woods and Greens: ‘It’s an Art Installation’Discover the magic of Wicked: For Good at Elphaba’s Retreat Wicked For Good D...


"Wicked: For Good" - Every Day More Wicked (Part 1) with Patrick Clanton
#25
07/27/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this episode they are joined by friend of the pod, Patrick Clanton, to dive into the first scene of the film, "Every Day More Wicked"!

Stay tuned for part 2 dropping this Wednesday.

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Oddment and Tweak"A Great and Powerful Tyranny" - Books of Wonder@patrickclanton

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"Wicked: For Good" Pre-Production Breakdown
#24
07/20/2026

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Tara and EmKay begin their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this pre-production episode, they share their favorite movie musical sequels, walk through a timeline leading up to the film's release, and so much more!

Show notes:

The Oz Vlog Tik TokThe “Wicked: For Good” Movie’s Marketing Team Has No Chill When It Comes To Budget, So Here’s Every Product, Collab, And Promotion They’ve Done So FarWicked Returning to Theaters with First Look at Sequel Wicked: For GoodJo...


Stefanie Dolson (WNBA star) and Wicked!
#23
07/13/2026

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Tara and EmKay are joined by WNBA star and current Seattle Storm center Stefanie Dolson to chat all about her love of Wicked! Rabbit holes include attending the Wicked: For Good premiere, her yellow brick road into professional basketball, collaborating with former Broadway Elphaba Lencia Kebede, and more!

Show Notes:

@bigmamastef"A Great and Powerful Tyranny" - Books of Wonder"Galinda" by Gregory MaguireTogether, we’re unlimited - A WNBA x WICKED on Broadway Collaboration


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New Oz Play! "Untitled Oz Project" now streaming
#22
07/09/2026

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We are thrilled to introduce you to Untitled Oz Project, a loosely biographical new play by William Meurer, a queer and neurodiverse playwright and performer based in Manhattan, that centers on a young man with undiagnosed autism who has just been kicked out of his home for being queer. And in the middle of all that upheaval, he turns to the one constant that's never let him down: his lifelong special interest in The Wizard of Oz.

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Untitled Oz Project


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Disney's "Babes in Toyland" (1961 film) with Jay Davis
#21
07/05/2026

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Tara and EmKay are joined by Patreon Jay Davis to chat all about Disney's first live action musical film, "Babes in Toyland" (1961)! Rabbit holes include celebration for Ray Bolger's villainous performance, comparisons to "The Wizard of Oz," and more!

Show Notes:

A Backstage Party (1961)Jay Davis blogMickey Mouse Club: "The Annette Sound""Galinda" by Gregory MaguireProtego Foundation


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Pride and Oz with Andreas Wyder and Bruce Merkle
#20
06/29/2026

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Happy Pride listeners! Tara and EmKay are joined by Andreas Wyder and Bruce Merkle to celebrate Pride, Judy Garland, and favorite Oz queer moments.

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Bruce MerkleAndreas WyderSome People Think Stonewall Was Triggered by Judy Garland’s Funeral. Here’s Why Many Experts DisagreeWatch Broadway's queer Elphaba, Mary Kate Morrisey, deliver a soaring 'Defying Gravity' at NYC PrideThe Story Behind Butch Wicked, The Viral Masc MusicalGood Witch of the Concrete Jungle Series: Baby Love (Glinda in Fagtasia's "Wickedt: Part One")Slipperhood Series: Ginger Minj"The Marvelous Land of Oz...


"A Great and Powerful Tyranny" with author Victoria Carbol
#19
06/21/2026

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Tara and EmKay are joined by author Victoria Carbol to chat all about her brand new novel, "A Great and Powerful Tyranny"! Releasing June 23th, 2026, this novel is a queer reimagining of the classic Wizard of Oz tale centering on a slow-burn, sapphic enemies to lovers romance in an electrifying portal fantasy. Victoria shares about the process of writing the novel, Oz crossover moments, what to expect, and more!

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Victoria Carbol"A Great and Powerful Tyranny""A Great and Powerful Tyranny" - Books of WonderSharon...


"The Blue Bird" (1940 film) Oz Crossover and a Shirley Temple Deep Dive (Part 2)
#18
06/18/2026

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Tara and EmKay dive into the world of 1940's "The Blue Bird," starring Shirley Temple! The gals discuss crossover with the land of Oz, highlights of Shirley's career, and more!

Apologies for the lower quality sound for a few minutes halfway through!

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Oddment and TweakMoonchild TrinketsThe Truth About Shirley Temple's "Wizard of Oz" ConnectionChild Star: An Autobiography by Shirley Temple BlackThe Wizard of Oz (1982 anime) with Down the Yellow Brick Pod - Once Upon a VHS


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"The Blue Bird" (1940 film) Oz Crossover and a Shirley Temple Deep Dive (Part 1)
#17
06/15/2026

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Tara and EmKay dive into the world of 1940's "The Blue Bird," starring Shirley Temple! The gals discuss crossover with the land of Oz, highlights of Shirley's career, and more!

Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping Wednesday!

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Drawn by BryanDrawn by Bryan RedBubbleDrawn by Bryan TeePublic@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik Tok

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Garland Biopics: "Judy" (2019) and "Rainbow" (1978) - Part 2
#16
06/11/2026

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Tara and EmKay continue into the world of Judy Garland for a deep dive into Garland biopics: the 2019 film "Judy" and the 1978 film "Rainbow"!

Show Notes:

Protego FoundationSharon - Oz Dolls - [email protected] Costume Designer Jany Temime Looked to the Colorful Past For ‘Judy’Judy Standout Jessie Buckley on Playing Judy Garland's Guardian Angel, Bonding With RenĂ©e Zellweger, MoreDrag star Jinkx Monsoon: ‘It makes sense for me to play Judy Garland. It just does’‘Judy’ Review: The Singer (Disaster, Legend) at Rainbow’s EndHertfordshire school shares in RenĂ©e Z...