Later this month, Wicked hits the big screen — but this story is more than flying monkeys and emerald lights. It’s a masterclass in leadership, power, and integrity.

In this episode, we explore how the world of Oz mirrors our own: how “good” can become a brand, how organizations (and families) create scapegoats to protect illusions, and how integrity often comes at the cost of belonging.

From the Wizard’s manipulation to Elphaba’s courage to defy gravity, this conversation dives deep into what it really means to stand for truth in systems that reward performance over principle.

Here’s the Lesson: Freedom, not approval, is what changes the world for good.