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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. 

Also, if you are planning on coming to New York Comic Con, please stop by the Ultimate Oz Universe booth and panel, moderated by Tara, EmKay, and Tori of The Oz Vlog on Thursday, October 8th, 2026!

Show Notes:

• Ultimate Oz Universe
• Comic Con
• Willfully Dorothy
• Moonchild Trinkets

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Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

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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!

Show notes:

• Camilo Linares
• Orquesta Menplesa
• Mosaic Theater Company
• Ultimate Oz Universe
• Protego Foundation

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Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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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 Maguire
• The Making of Wicked

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Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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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 Foundation
• Wicked: The Graphic Novel Part II
• Ariana 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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Tara: @taratagtickles
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Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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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 Wonder
• Ultimate Oz Universe
• He’s Seen Images of 9/11 From Just About Every Angle. Except This One.

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Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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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 Workshop
• Oddment and Tweak
• FAQ: Border Destruction at Big Bend
• A Magical Fusion: Collaborates with ”WICKED” for a Refined Bridal Collection

Instagram:
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Tara: @taratagtickles
EmKay: www.emilykayshrader.net
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Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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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 Picataggio
• Willfully Dorothy
• "Galinda" by Gregory Maguire

Instagram:
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Tara: @taratagtickles
EmKay: www.emilykayshrader.net
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpod
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Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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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 Magic
• Steve Picataggio
• “Wicked: For Good” Choreographer Christopher Scott on Conjuring Magical Moves With Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande
• Wicked: The Graphic Novel Part I
• @JoliCreates Instagram
• @JoliCreates Tik Tok

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Tara: @taratagtickles
EmKay: www.emilykayshrader.net
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Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_pod

Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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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 Dorothy
• Sharon - Oz Dolls - [email protected] 

Instagram:
@downtheyellowbrickpod
#DownTheYBP
Tara: @taratagtickles
EmKay: www.emilykayshrader.net
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpod
Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_pod

Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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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"

Instagram:
@downtheyellowbrickpod
#DownTheYBP
Tara: @taratagtickles
EmKay: www.emilykayshrader.net
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpod
Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_pod

Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader

Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz