No Place Like New York: 2026 Retreat Recap and Attendee Shares!

Send us Fan MailTara 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 OzInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailDear 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 TweakInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailGraphic 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 UniverseComic ConWillfully DorothyMoonchild TrinketsInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailTara 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 LinaresOrquesta MenplesaMosaic Theater CompanyUltimate Oz UniverseProtego FoundationInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailTara 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 WickedInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailTara 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’Instagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailTara 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.Instagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailTara 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 CollectionInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailTara 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 MaguireInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us Fan MailTara 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 TokInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz