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Tara 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 Leg
Drawn by Bryan
Drawn by Bryan RedBubble
Drawn by Bryan TeePublic
"A Great and Powerful Tyranny" - Books of Wonder
Living Mandala of Oz
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Music by: Shane Chapman
Edited by: Emily Kay Shrader
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Dear 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 Maguire
Oddment and Tweak

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Music by: Shane Chapman
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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
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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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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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