Down the Yellow Brick Pod

Send us Fan Mail Stephen Alexander of Willow Audiobooks joins your gingham gals to venture into L. Frank Baum's third book in his original 14 book series, "Ozma of Oz," though the trio shares their hot takes on the grief they have for that title right off the bat! The trio then dives into Baum's reasons for writing this novel, question if Bill/Billina can be considered a non-bi...

Send us Fan Mail Dear listeners of the pod, welcome BACK!! Season 3 kicks off with a marvelous trip down the yellow brick road with Tip, Jack Pumpkinhead, the Sawhorse, the Wogglebug, the Scarecrow, Nick Chopper and MORE in 1904's "The Marvelous Land of Oz" by L. Frank Baum. In Part 2, Tara and EmKay continue to break down this wild plot, appreciate Baum's writing style, and ta...

Send us Fan Mail Dear listeners of the pod, welcome BACK!! Season 3 kicks off with a marvelous trip down the yellow brick road with Tip, Jack Pumpkinhead, the Sawhorse, the Wogglebug, the Scarecrow, Nick Chopper and MORE in 1904's "The Marvelous Land of Oz" by L. Frank Baum. Tara and EmKay set the scene to break down the second book in Baum's original 14 book series, celebrate...

Send us Fan Mail Hi friends! Your gingham gals pop into your feed to share the fun updates happening over on Patreon, including bonus episodes unpacking Oz's crossover in ABC's "Once Upon a Time" as well as the mini series "Tin Man" starring Zooey Deschanel! Head on over to www. Patreon.com/DownTheYellowBrickPod to join the family and receive exclusive access to all b...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay's dreams come true as the incredible Todrick Hall joins the pod! Todrick shares his earliest fascinations with the world of Oz, his journey creating his own content on YouTube and what keeps him motivated as a creator. The trio then breaks down pivotal moments, inspiration and artists involved in Todrick's original piece "Straight Outta Oz." Than...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay are back for part two of the final episode of Season 2: Musical Adaptations of Oz and are here to bring their respective honorable musical mentions! Rabbit holes include Tom and Jerry's The Wizard of Oz (2011), The Wizard of AIDS educational touring program,  The Muppets' Wizard of Oz (2005) and more. Stay tuned for our final interview episode dropping Sun...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay have reached part one of the final episode of Season 2: Musical Adaptations of Oz and are here to bring their respective honorable musical mentions! Rabbit holes include hot takes on BBC's "Over the Rainbow" reality show from 2010, 1976's Australian film "Oz," an Oz inspired episode of "Fame," Donny and Marie Osmond's vis...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay are back for part two to unpack Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz"! The gingham gals note major differences in the script and share their personal opinions on the story changes. Show Notes: Down the YBP Etsy Shop Over the Rainbow (BBC) S01E01 - Auditions Slipperhood Series: Sarah Lasko (2015-16 North American Tour of "...

Send us Fan Mail The time has come for Tara and EmKay to venture to the year 2010 to unpack Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical adaptation of “The Wizard of Oz” as well as the reality television show that started it all, BBC’s “Over the Rainbow.” The gingham gals share their early experiences with ALW’s music, EmKay relates her brief 2010 experience as a contestant on “The Glee Project” and both attempt...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay head up north to Canada to the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company to unpack their 2000 production of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz!" Based upon previous adaptations, this production added original music inspired by unearthed Baum music and has been revived by popular demand multiple times! Show Notes: Down the YBP Etsy Shop Oz Wiki The Toronto Civic Light Ope...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay get their ice skates ready to dive into 1995-2000's "The Wizard of Oz on Ice"! The gingham gals unpack the original tour and the 1996 taped CBS special, provide some background information on the history of ice shows, delve into producer Kenneth Feld's accomplishments, celebrate Bobby McFerrin's masterful vocal talent and skate  through favo...

Send us Fan Mail Special guests Zoe O'Haillin Berne and Joey Paradise join the pod for part three and the final installment of notable adaptations of The Royal Shakespeare Company's "The Wizard of Oz." The quartet dives specifically into Madison Square Garden's production of Oz and the subsequent tour starring Jessica Grové! Rabbit holes include Roseanne's turn as Mis...

Send us Fan Mail Special guests Zoe O'Haillin Berne and Joey Paradise join the pod for part two to unpack the further productions of The Royal Shakespeare Company's musical stage adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz"! Productions covered include 1991's Australian production, Paper Mill Playhouse's 1992 production, the 1993 US tour and 1995's "The Wizard of Oz in...

Send us Fan Mail Special guests Zoe O'Haillin Berne and Joey Paradise join the pod to unpack the Royal Shakespeare Company's 1987 musical stage adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz"! Topics covered include the influence of Lux Radio Theatre's 1949 Christmas broadcast of Oz, highlights from the lives of RSC's cast including Imelda Staunton (Dorothy) and Bille Brown (Wicked...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay are joined by special guest Zoe O'Haillin-Berne to unpack 1942's musical stage adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz" commissioned by the Muny in St. Louis as well as notable subsequent productions. Zoe details more of the inspiration behind the adaptation, major differences from L. Frank Baum's novel and MGM's 1939 film version and some tidb...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay unpack 1942's musical stage adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz" commissioned by the Muny in St. Louis as well as notable subsequent productions. The gingham gals dive into the script and comment on the plot before moving forward to detailing the timeline of the Disneyland/Oz records in the 60s. Part 2 with a very special guest dropping Wednesday! Show No...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay conclude their time in "The Wiz" by sharing their remaining favorite moments of subsequent productions and iconic Wiz moments! All the love to this section of season two - thank you for following down this yellow brick road! Show Notes: Michael Jackson - Medley - Disney World 25th Aniversary 1980 (HQ) No Bad News - The Wiz City Center Stephanie Mills with...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay conclude their time in “The Wiz” by recapping the closing of the Broadway production and each sharing their favorite moments of subsequent productions and iconic Wiz moments! Part 2 dropping Wednesday. Show Notes: Behind The Scenes at The Wiz LIVE on NBC Tonight! Mykal Kilgore Michael Jackson 30th Anniversary Concert: The Wiz The Wiz Live- 2015 Macy's Thanksgiv...

Send us Fan Mail Tiffany Sutton (@followtheyellowbrickgirl) returns to join Tara and EmKay for part two of the final scene of 1978's "The Wiz!" The trio discusses their favorite lyrics of "Home," dives into the rich life of Broadway's Glinda DeeDee Bridgewater and celebrates the one and only Lena Horne. Show Notes: @followtheyellowbrickgirl Aug. 18, 1996: Nobody knows...

Send us Fan Mail Tiffany Sutton (@followtheyellowbrickgirl) returns to join Tara and EmKay for the final scene of 1978's "The Wiz!" The trio picks who they would want to belt "Believe in Yourself" at them when they need a pick me up, Tiffany shares about her introduction to the song "Home" and all give love to the original Broadway production's longer scene...

Send us Fan Mail Costume designer, drag artist and Judy Garland impersonator Daniele Tyler Mathews/Gloria Swansong joins the Slipperhood to share how she came to love and eventually impersonate Judy Garland and recreate her most iconic costumes! Gloria shares more about the art of lip sync, her design process and how it feels to channel Judy in her weekly drag show "Judy at the Q" at the...

Send us Fan Mail Lonnae Hickman returns as special co-host to dive further into The Wiz's throne room in part 2! Lonnae, Tara and EmKay unpack social shame, Richard Pryor's background and cultural impact and honor women in their lives who have helped them believe in themselves. Show Notes: Lonnae's YouTube Channel Lonnae's Website 15 Minutes of Shame Instagram:  @downtheyellowb...

Send us Fan Mail Lonnae Hickman joins the pod to unpack Richard Pryor's portrayal as The Wiz and Dorothy's belting out of "Believe in Yourself" in The Wiz's throne room! Other rabbit holes include memories of running for office in school,  unpacking differences in the original Broadway production and honoring the power of rituals. Part 2 dropping Wednesday! Show Notes: Lon...

Send us Fan Mail Performer, writer and good witch Amy Jo Jackson joins the Slipperhood to share their experiences portraying both Glinda and the Wicked Witch, respectively, at regional theatres! Amy shares behind the scenes details of bringing each witch to life, shares some witchy onstage snafus and even answers some questions from the Patreon community. Show Notes: Amy Jo Jackson Instagram:  @do...

Send us Fan Mail Patrick Clanton returns to join Tara and EmKay for part two of "Brand New Day"! The trio discusses the cultural importance of the song "Brand New Day," dives into the incredible life of Luther Vandross and unpacks the importance of treating people who work in service industries with kindness. Show Notes: Oklahoma  Tour Patrick's Website Instagram:  @downth...