Down the Yellow Brick Pod

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay dive into a new series: Peel Behind the Curtain, where they will break down truths and bust myths behind different industries and experiences. In today's episode, rabbit holes include individual experiences with auditioning, budgeting as an actor, pay transparency with various jobs, and more! Show notes: Drawn by Bryan Drawn by Bryan RedBubble Drawn by Bryan Te...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay are joined by filmmaker and director of the new documentary "It's Dorothy!," Jeffrey McHale! Jeffrey shares about his journey to filmmaking, the documentary's debut at the Tribeca Film Festival, Tara and EmKay's involvement in the film, and more! Show notes: "It's Dorothy!" Jeffrey McHale "You Don't Nomi" Wicked...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay wrap up their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by return guest Caroline Norton to dive into the deleted scenes! Join for a discussion of the ten deleted scenes, opinions on which ones deserved to stay in, Caroline's fan writing, and more. Show notes: "Wicked The Music...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay wrap up their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by return guest Caroline Norton to dive into the deleted scenes! Join for a discussion of the ten deleted scenes, opinions on which ones deserved to stay in, favorite moments, and more. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode droppin...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by return guest Patrick Clanton to dive into the ending of "Defying Gravity"! Rabbit holes include Patrick meeting Mother Elphaba herself, thoughts on the ending of the film, and more! Show notes: "Wicked The Musica...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay are thrilled to be joined by Jonathan Hamilt to learn more about Drag Story Hour and the brand new Queer Visitors book club! Jonathan shares about the importance of providing spaces for people to learn more about queer history, celebrate the art of drag, and of course gather over a shared love of Oz. See show notes to learn more and take part! Show Notes: Drag Story...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by return guest Patrick Clanton to dive into the ending of "Defying Gravity"! Rabbit holes include first reactions to this scene, sound design, the creation of the underscoring, and so much more. Stay tuned for the final...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay are thrilled to be joined by another Slipperhood guest, Laura DeNooyer, author of the brand new novel "A Hundred Magical Reasons"! Laura shares her Oz DNA, her research process into L. Frank Baum's life, recommendations for an Oz vacation in Michigan, and more! Show Notes: Laura DeNooyer From Vanity Fair to Emerald City: Baum's Debt to Bunyan Pip...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Callum Sinclair and Michael Lee Richardson of the incredible podcast Once Upon a VHS to dive into the first half of "Defying Gravity"! Rabbit holes include items in the background, Return to Oz comparisons, and more!...

Send us Fan Mail Oh what a celebration we'll have today! Tara and EmKay break down the First Look of "Wicked: For Good" by highlighting new clips, theories, new merch, and more! Show Notes: Wicked: For Good | First Look Instagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod #DownTheYBP Tara: @taratagtickles EmKay: www.emilykayshrader.net Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpod Etsy: https...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Robert Berg and James Taylor, Jr., to dive into the balloon escape scene! Rabbit holes include Grimmerie lore, hot air balloon culture, the creation of Chistery, and so much more! Show notes: "Wicked The Musical" - Th...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by one half of Sentimental Men Podcast, Kevin Bianchi, to dive into "Sentimental Man"! Rabbit holes include a deep dive in the world of miniatures, details of the Wizard's costume, train route design, and so much mo...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Matthew Mastronardi, as well as some voice notes from Patreon Brian Syms Jr., to dive into "One Short Day"! Rabbit holes include set inspiration from the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, Idina and Kristin's incred...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they dive into the train scene before heading to the Emerald City! Rabbit holes include the construction of the Emerald City Unlimited train, the career of Bronwyn James, favorite cut moments and so much more! Later in the episode they hear from...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay are joined by Ozcon co-chairs Colin Ayres and Dwayne Burgess to recap Ozcon 2025! Rabbit holes include favorite highlights from the weekend, background on the con, and so much more. Visit Ozcon for more! Show Notes: @collectorofoz @ozconnection Pippi Post Instagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod #DownTheYBP Tara: @taratagtickles EmKay: www.emilykayshrader.net Patreon: http...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Roxanne and Bailey Canales to dive into “I'm Not That Girl”! Rabbit holes include parallels to current events, first crushes, and so much more! Show notes: "Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBP Flo...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Gabi Brower and Chelly Robichaud to dive into “Popular”! Rabbit holes include dream makeover moments, favorite moments of the scene, and so much more! Show notes: "Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBP W...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Aaron Teoh, who plays Avaric, to dive into the second half of the epic “Dancing Through Life” segment! Rabbit holes include personal Elphaba moments, Aaron's memories from filming the scene, and so much more! Show notes: &...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by former Boq Lee Slobotkin to dive into the first half of the epic “Dancing Through Life” segment! Rabbit holes include favorite prom memories, the design of the library set, and so much more! Show notes: "Wicked The Musical...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Patreons Neil James and Danny Falks to dive into the intense “Something Bad” song and classroom scene! Rabbit holes include parallels to today's political climate, breaking down details written on chalkboards and maps, and...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Patreons Neil James and Danny Falks to dive into the intense “Something Bad” song and classroom scene! Rabbit holes include parallels to today's political climate, breaking down details written on chalkboards and maps, and...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay are thrilled to be joined by another Slipperhood guest, Hazel Gaynor, author of the brand new novel "Before Dorothy"! Hazel shares her experience dreaming up a novel centered around Aunt Em's life and backstory before Oz, writing Dorothy's parents, favorite parts about writing Oz, and so much more. Show Notes: Hazel Gaynor @mrscscozycrafts Instag...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Patreons Andreas Wyder and Kate Obedzinski to dive into the iconic “What Is This Feeling”! Rabbit holes include Shiz student shout outs, the viral book dance, and so much more! Show notes: "Wicked The Musical" - The M...

Send us Fan Mail Tara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Patreons Andreas Wyder and Kate Obedzinski to dive into the iconic “What Is This Feeling”! Rabbit holes include first roommate memories, reddit thread silliness, and so much more. Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping this Wednesday!...

Send us Fan Mail GOOD NEWS! The "Wicked: For Good" trailer is HERE and Tara and EmKay are diving into every single detail. Rabbit holes include favorite callbacks, potential theories, the Vanity Fair article, and more!  Note: Wicked the Musical spoilers abound! Show Notes: Wicked: For Good  Trailer: Toto, We’re Not at Shiz Anymore Wicked: The Graphic Novel Part I Margaret Hamilton From C...