Podcasts about Elphaba

This week, we’re excited to introduce you to Evil Genius from the BBC. Was she a tyrant in a tall hat – or the original girlboss, defying gravity and public opinion? Was she a product of her environment who experienced prejudice, and even if she was, does that allow her to terrorise Oz? Emmanuel Sonubi, Joe Sutherland and Jess Fostekew join the great and powerful Russell Kane to decide if Elphaba Thropp - The Wicked Witch of the West - is evil or genius. Evil Genius: It’s good, bad, ugly - and very, very funny. Russell Kane and guests change the way we see heroes and villains in history and fiction. Additional Material: Eve Delaney Researcher: Christina Riggs Sound Editor: Kate Mac Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Executive Producer: Paul Smith The Producer was Gwyn Rhys Davies. Evil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds. An EcoAudio certified production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wicked Fan Johnny interviews the Green Queen herself, CYTHIA ERIVO! OFF the phone and in the studio, Johnny gets behind the scenes on everything WICKED and Cynthia leads everybody in a mindful meditation!

Dr. Gee is joined by his daughter, Lexi Gee, to discuss the depth of Black womanhood in the film version of Wicked. Lexi brings a wealth of story and cultural criticism to topic as she has recently been appointed the Curator of Stories position at The Center for Black Excellence and Culture. Hear about how she is establishing the library and reading room in the Center, and especially how it will impact Black children. Find out the racial significance of the film version of Wicked by casting a Black woman in the role of Elphaba and how the connection to her green skin becomes more relevant. Lexi explains why Black woman are able to identify so much with the character of Elphaba, and in particular how Cynthia Erivo invested her Black womanhood into the role. The main female friendship dynamic is explored with their differences and bonds.  alexgee.com Support the Show: patreon.com/blacklikeme Join the Black Like Me Listener Community Facebook Group

What do Pathfinder classes, Muppet horror, and himbo culture have in common? Absolutely nothing—so obviously we made a whole episode about it. Big thanks to Dungeon Master Adamantine for sponsoring this episode—if you want to roll dice in Greece with a professional GM who can out-roleplay Zeus himself, summon Nick at dungeonmasteradamantine.com or book him Startplaying: https://startplaying.games/gm/dmadamantine (but maybe not during a boss fight). In the third (and arguably most chaotic) installment of our deep dive into Pathfinder classes, the RPGBOT.Podcast crew goes full gremlin. Join Ash, Randall, and Tyler as they discuss the remastering of Pathfinder, family hijinks, the unexpected depth of 'himbo' culture, the musical Wicked, and how to reimagine Sesame Street as a TTRPG murder mystery. Also, yes—we talk about actual Pathfinder classes. Probably more than you'd expect given how much time we spend dunking on action economy and imagining eldritch Elmo. This episode features critical evaluations of the Animist, Exemplar, Gunslinger, Inventor, Kineticist, Magus, Psychic, Summoner, and Thaumaturge classes. Which ones are too complex for beginners? Which are secretly brilliant? Which would Kermit play? All this and more in an episode that sounds like it was brainstormed on a sticky note found in a Waffle House parking lot. Archives of Nethys (affiliate link) Sesame Street Content from RPGBOT.news PF2 Character Optimization RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes PF2 Starting Classes Part 1 PF2 Starting Classes Part 2 Dark Archive Review Guns and Gears Remastered Review Rage of Elements Review War of Immortals Review Key Takeaways The Vibes: Podcasting is hard. Podcasting while discussing Muppet horror fiction? Harder. Humor is a necessary survival skill—especially in family life and game design. Yes, you can enjoy Wicked without knowing the entire Wizard of Oz lore tree. Himbo culture is more than just muscles and charm—it's a way of life. Classy Evaluations: Animist – “What if your divine caster was also a spirit medium with an emotional support ghost?” Surprisingly elegant. Exemplar – A mythic powerhouse designed for epic-level play. Great if you like spreadsheets and divine empowerment. Gunslinger – Surprisingly tactical. Better than expected. Imagine Yosemite Sam, but with feat optimization. Inventor – Simple. Straightforward. Hits things with science. Ideal for players who want to cosplay as Iron Goblin. Kineticist – Offers power and flavor, but the mechanical complexity is dense. Approach with coffee and patience. Magus – Action economy is a problem. Looks amazing on paper, but in practice, it's like juggling flaming swords while solving a Rubik's Cube. Psychic – Big flavor, intimidating mechanics. Could be brilliant, could be brain-melting. Much like psychic powers, really. Summoner – You share HP with your pet kaiju. It's a relationship built on trust, trauma, and tactical retreat. Thaumaturge – A fan favorite. Big bag of tricks, satisfying mechanics, and good for players who like yelling “Your weakness is friendship!” Creative Chaos: Elmo as an unknowable horror from the Darkest House? Canon. Kermit the Frog: bard? gunslinger? morally neutral cleric? All viable builds. You can adapt Sesame Street to a Pathfinder game, but you probably shouldn't. But if you do, please invite us. Meta Moments: Some Paizo devs are probably listening. Hi! We love you. Please don't smite us. Podcast guests matter. Good ones make everything better. Bad ones get reincarnated as spellcasters with 3-action teleports and no way to cast them. The community continues to influence Paizo's design—your feedback does matter. Listener Homework Build a Thaumaturge with a Sesame Street theme. Bonus points for cursed items shaped like puppets. Try Wicked. Then stat out Elphaba as a Witch with the Hex trait. Ask yourself: Are you the himbo in your party? Complain about Magus' action economy online. It's tradition. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

What do Pathfinder classes, Muppet horror, and himbo culture have in common? Absolutely nothing—so obviously we made a whole episode about it. Big thanks to Dungeon Master Adamantine for sponsoring this episode—if you want to roll dice in Greece with a professional GM who can out-roleplay Zeus himself, summon Nick at dungeonmasteradamantine.com or book him Startplaying: https://startplaying.games/gm/dmadamantine (but maybe not during a boss fight). In the third (and arguably most chaotic) installment of our deep dive into Pathfinder classes, the RPGBOT.Podcast crew goes full gremlin. Join Ash, Randall, and Tyler as they discuss the remastering of Pathfinder, family hijinks, the unexpected depth of 'himbo' culture, the musical Wicked, and how to reimagine Sesame Street as a TTRPG murder mystery. Also, yes—we talk about actual Pathfinder classes. Probably more than you'd expect given how much time we spend dunking on action economy and imagining eldritch Elmo. This episode features critical evaluations of the Animist, Exemplar, Gunslinger, Inventor, Kineticist, Magus, Psychic, Summoner, and Thaumaturge classes. Which ones are too complex for beginners? Which are secretly brilliant? Which would Kermit play? All this and more in an episode that sounds like it was brainstormed on a sticky note found in a Waffle House parking lot. Archives of Nethys (affiliate link) Sesame Street Content from RPGBOT.news PF2 Character Optimization RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes PF2 Starting Classes Part 1 PF2 Starting Classes Part 2 Dark Archive Review Guns and Gears Remastered Review Rage of Elements Review War of Immortals Review Key Takeaways The Vibes: Podcasting is hard. Podcasting while discussing Muppet horror fiction? Harder. Humor is a necessary survival skill—especially in family life and game design. Yes, you can enjoy Wicked without knowing the entire Wizard of Oz lore tree. Himbo culture is more than just muscles and charm—it's a way of life. Classy Evaluations: Animist – “What if your divine caster was also a spirit medium with an emotional support ghost?” Surprisingly elegant. Exemplar – A mythic powerhouse designed for epic-level play. Great if you like spreadsheets and divine empowerment. Gunslinger – Surprisingly tactical. Better than expected. Imagine Yosemite Sam, but with feat optimization. Inventor – Simple. Straightforward. Hits things with science. Ideal for players who want to cosplay as Iron Goblin. Kineticist – Offers power and flavor, but the mechanical complexity is dense. Approach with coffee and patience. Magus – Action economy is a problem. Looks amazing on paper, but in practice, it's like juggling flaming swords while solving a Rubik's Cube. Psychic – Big flavor, intimidating mechanics. Could be brilliant, could be brain-melting. Much like psychic powers, really. Summoner – You share HP with your pet kaiju. It's a relationship built on trust, trauma, and tactical retreat. Thaumaturge – A fan favorite. Big bag of tricks, satisfying mechanics, and good for players who like yelling “Your weakness is friendship!” Creative Chaos: Elmo as an unknowable horror from the Darkest House? Canon. Kermit the Frog: bard? gunslinger? morally neutral cleric? All viable builds. You can adapt Sesame Street to a Pathfinder game, but you probably shouldn't. But if you do, please invite us. Meta Moments: Some Paizo devs are probably listening. Hi! We love you. Please don't smite us. Podcast guests matter. Good ones make everything better. Bad ones get reincarnated as spellcasters with 3-action teleports and no way to cast them. The community continues to influence Paizo's design—your feedback does matter. Listener Homework Build a Thaumaturge with a Sesame Street theme. Bonus points for cursed items shaped like puppets. Try Wicked. Then stat out Elphaba as a Witch with the Hex trait. Ask yourself: Are you the himbo in your party? Complain about Magus' action economy online. It's tradition. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. It's a quick, free way to support the podcast, and helps us reach new listeners. If you love the show, consider joining us on Patreon, where backers at the $5 and above tiers get ad free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT.Podcast, can chat directly to members of the RPGBOT team and community on the RPGBOT.Discord, and can join us for live-streamed recordings. Support us on Amazon.com when you purchase products recommended in the show at the following link: https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Cynthia Erivo discusses her vulnerable new record “I Forgive You”, and all the big musical theatre roles that built her career. From her childhood obsession with Brandy to her performance as Elphaba in the movie musical Wicked, Erivo talks to Tom Power about her life as a singer, and all the surprises she encountered along the way.

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“Elphaba wasn't the villain. She was the spellbreaker.” In this powerful Pride Month episode, Alexander Blue Feather reflects on the moment Wicked became his lifeline. It was June 2003, freshly diagnosed with HIV, newly exiled from the Mormon church, and standing at the edge of a new life. Then Elphaba soared across a Broadway stage, green-skinned and defiant, and something shifted forever. Now, 22 years later, Alexander returns to that sacred moment as the trailer for Wicked: Part Two, For Good is released. He shares how Elphaba became a queer archetype and teacher, how sobriety reshaped his soul, and why pride means more at 52 than it ever did at 30. This episode celebrates 10 years clean from hard drugs, explores the grief of losing a parent, honors gender expansiveness, and affirms that queerness is holy. It's part memoir, part spell, part sermon for the ones who had to leave to live. Topics include: • Queer identity and Pride then vs. now • Living with HIV for 22 years • 10 years sober from crystal meth and hard drugs • Elphaba as a mirror for queer becoming • Gender expansiveness and chosen family • Spoken-word taglines and healing through Broadway For the ones with glitter in their scars -- you were never wicked -- you were always becoming.

Jessica Vosk is a Broadway powerhouse, beloved for her unforgettable roles as Elphaba in Wicked, Jenna in Waitress, and now starring in the critically acclaimed Hell’s Kitchen. But before gracing center stage, Jessica’s path took a very different turn — one that led her to a high-powered career on Wall Street. In this episode, Jessica shares the remarkable story of how she went from crunching numbers in finance to chasing her long-held dream of performing on Broadway. Her pivot wasn’t instant — it took years of persistence, odd jobs, missed opportunities, and unshakable belief. And for the first time publicly, Jessica opens up about one of the most difficult chapters in her life: her struggle with alcohol and the life-changing decision to go to rehab. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating, and share with your friends if you liked this episode! She Pivots was created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. To learn more about Jessica, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit shepivotsthepodcast.com. Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's all singing, dancing, chatting and eating at Dish this week. Cynthia Erivo is a British actor, singer and songwriter, well known for her phenomenal vocals and performances on stage and screen. She comes to the Dish table to talk about her new album, I Forgive You; a 20-track record which tells her life story in four distinct parts and showcases the full range of her incredible voice. It's released on 6 June, UK.  Erivo, who was born in Stockwell, London but now lives in Los Angeles, made her Broadway debut as Celie in The Color Purple alongside Jennifer Hudson, a role for which she won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album. She has also received two Best Actress Oscar nominations for her roles in Harriet (2019) and most recently Wicked! (2024) where she played Elphaba opposite Ariana Grande. Other notable projects include heist thriller Widows the Netflix crime thriller Luther: The Fallen Sun, and the drama Drift. To mark the start of June, Angela served the table a vegan roasted red pepper, aubergine & freekeh salad with additional courgettes (Angela's favourite). As Cynthia doesn't drink, the trio enjoyed a glass of Real Peony Blush Non Alcoholic Sparkling Tea alongside it. For those that do want to match their salad with a glass of wine, the Waitrose experts suggest a glass of Eminence de Bijou.  We begin the episode by getting to know Cynthia's love of vegan food, understanding her garlic allergy and dislike of the onion family (sorry, onion family). Over the salad, we learn more about her new record, including how Ariana Grande helped to make it happen and get a first-class demonstration of just how powerful her voice is. Plus, we finally found a good writer for the End of Show Question! You can watch full episodes of Dish on YouTube  All recipes from this podcast can be found at waitrose.com/dishrecipes A transcript for this episode can be found at waitrose.com/dish We can't all have a Michelin star chef in the kitchen, but you can ask Angela for help.  Send your dilemmas to dish@waitrose.co.uk and she'll try to answer them in a future episode. Dish from Waitrose is made by Cold Glass Productions.

In this first episode of Outside Ourselves Summer Break series, Kelsi chats with Reformation Theology professor (and Broadway Musical Buff), Ken Sundet Jones, about the connections between Wicked and a theology of glory/theology of the cross. The two focus in on Elphaba's desire to live without limitation and where this desire leads - ironically not to freedom and goodness, but to wickedness and bondage.Show Notes:1517 Podcast Fundraiser⁠1517 Podcasts⁠⁠The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠1517 on Youtube⁠More from Kelsi: ⁠Kelsi Klembara⁠ ⁠Follow Kelsi on Instagram⁠ ⁠Follow Kelsi on Twitter⁠ ⁠Kelsi's Newsletter⁠ Subscribe to the Show: ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Youtube⁠More from Ken:The Iowa's Preacher ProjectWicked and the Limits of Freedom

Send us a textTara 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 Patreon Amelia Zani to   dive into the iconic “The Wizard and I”! Rabbit holes include design of Elphaba's hair and makeup, color theory, filming locations, and so much more!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPThe Wonderful World of Wicked's Hair Design: An Exclusive Conversation with award-winning hair artist, Frances Hannon PRETTY CURIOUS |  How Does Wicked's Hair And Makeup Design Defy Gravity? (Part Two)  with Frances Hannon‘Wicked's Lencia Kebede Is Broadway's First Black Actor to Play Elphaba Full-Time—Cynthia Erivo Manifested ItCynthia Erivo On 'Wicked', FaceTimes With Ariana Grande And What Comes NextInstagram: @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 Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Ambie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including Sherlock: The Game is Afoot and EXIT: The Game - Family: 2 Escape Adventures. Then, we're joined by special guests Dracula and Elphaba to talk about Ambie and her family's time at their local convention, KublaCon! Also, it's our 9 year anniversary, so yay! 0:00-Intro 0:48-Announcements 3:04-Recent Games - Sherlock: The Game is Afoot 8:50-EXIT: The Game - Family: 2 Escape Adventures 14:23-KublaCon Recap 25:07-KublaCon Recap (without kids) 30:51-Outro 31:46-Bloopers Join our discord Support us directly at https://ko-fi.com/boardgameblitz Or shop at our merch store or our Amazon Storefront This episode was sponsored by Grey Fox Games. Use the code "BLITZ10" to get 10% off your entire cart. Consolidated Links For the full show notes visit our site at http://www.boardgameblitz.com/posts/411

Send us a textTara 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 Kristoffer Cusick, original Broadway cast member of "Wicked," to dive into "No One Mourns the Wicked." Rabbit holes include Kristoffer's involvement in the film, the construction of Elphaba's hat, Easter eggs, and so much more.Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPFriends of the Slipperhood Series: Kristoffer Cusick'Wicked' Director Reveals the Iconic Prop That Was Surprisingly "Complicated" To Film@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik TokOzcon International 2025Instagram: @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 Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Hi, Broadway Besties! Lindsey's back from London, and it's time to catch you all up! Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

Myra Ruiz has starred in not one, not two, but three different productions of Wicked. After opening the original Brazilian production, she returned to the role in two separate non-replica revivals. She can also be heard as the voice of Elphaba in the Portuguese dub of the Wicked movie. This week, the Sentimental Men learn all about Myra's unparalleled journey with Wicked and what life is like for a musical theatre actress in Brazil. Plus, the boys get Sentimental about Tony nominations, descriptions of the For Good trailer and the music they're most excited to hear in the new movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready for a deep dive on Tony Award nominations? Lindsey is joined by Veronica Stern from Unlearning with Veronica Stern | Broadway Podcast to discuss our MANY thoughts on the latest Tony Awards nominations and News!Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

WOW THIS IS LATE HUH. WELL, BETTER LATE THAN NEVER? Join us for our discussion of the best films of 2024! Most Disappointing: Saturday Night Dune Part II Furiosa - A Mad Max Saga Monkey Man Salom's Lot Joker: Jokers a Deux The Watchers The Strangers: Chapter 1: Can You Believe They Already Filmed Two More of These? Mega-”Back to the Cluuuub”- lopolis Strange Darling Abigail Alien Romulus Late Night with the Devil The Exorcism Standout Moment: “There is Still Time” - I Saw The TV Glow “Monstro-Elizasue” - The Substance “Revisting Mom's House/Reveal/Shotgun” - Longlegs “TIME STOP!” - Mega-Poppin' Off-olis “Worms” - Late Night with The Devil “Watching the Videos” - Red Rooms Playing dress up in the courtroom - Red Rooms “Just One of those Days!” - Y2K “Jesse Plemons Jumpscare” - Civil War “Giant Lady” - Love Lies Bleeding “I STAND WITH BANK OF AMERICA” - Problemista “This pool is the best thing to happen this family” - Night Swim End Credits - Sing Sing The Ending - “Challengers” The Rave - Babygirl The Opening of Anora / The wedding in Anora / whenever Greatest Day played - Anora Jesse Plemons faking a leg injury and a lady going “Damn. that's crazy” - Kinds of Kindness Sue is born - The Substance Pump it Up - The Substance A tribute to a freak classic - The First Omen Demon hand reaches out of [redacted] - The First Omen “Let me in now and it will be nice!!' - Longlegs Defying Gravity - Wicked The Wizard and I - Wicked No One Mourns the Wicked - Wicked “What if we go down there? They could have stuff!” - TRAP “On the wings of love” scene- Lisa Frankenstein Santa Art has a gift for all the children- Terrifier 3 MacArthur Park dance sequence - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Buster gets busted - Maxxxine The entirety of Live and Let Dive - V/H/S Beyond Skye Riley brutally attacks old woman - Smile 2 Best Performance: Mikey Madison IS Anora in Anora Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba in Wicked Ariana Grande as Glinda in Wicked Miaka Monroe as Lee Harker in Longlegs Nicolas Cage as Longlegs in Longlegs Justice Smith as Owen in I Saw The TV Glow Jack Haven as Maddy in I Saw The TV Glow Demi Moore as Elizabeth in The Substance Margaret Qualley as Sue in The Substance Adam Driver as Francis Ford Coppola's Self Insert OC in Mega-Slop-opolis Hugh Grant as Mr. Reed in Heretic Nell Tiger Free as Sister Margaret in The First Omen Coleman Domingo as Divine G in Sing Sing Juliette Gariépy as Kelly-Anne in Red Rooms Zendaya as Tashi Donaldson in Challangers Naomi Scott as Sky Riley in Smile 2 Harris Dickinson as Samuel in Babygirl Nicole Kidman as Romy in Babygirl Vera Drew as Joker the Harlequin in The People's Joker Carolyn Bracken as Danni Timmis / Darcy Odello in Oddity Jesse Plemons as Rober/Daniel in Kinds of Kindness Dakota Johnson as Madame Web/Cassandra Webb in Madame Web Kathryn Newton as Lisa Swallows in Lisa Frankenstein Carla Gugino as Janet in Lisa Frankenstein Julio Torres as Alejandro in Problemista Tilda Swinton as Elizabeth in Problemista Willem Dafoe as Professor Albin Eberhart von Franz in Nosferatu James McAvoy as Passy in Speak No Evil David Howard Thornton as Art the Clown in Terrifier 3 Izaac Wang as Chirs Wang in DiDi Do Not Go In There Award: Night Swim (No Contest) Best Old Movie: Ryan- Goodbye Dragon Inn, Tony Takitani, Body Double Karrie- Lady Vengeance, Inside, The Cell Jurge - The Florida Project, The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover, To Die For Top 10 Movies of 2024 Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis: A Fable Longlegs I Saw the TV Glow The Substance Red Rooms Wicked Lisa Frankenstien Anora Problemista Challengers Baby Girl Didi Babygirl Sing Sing The First Omen TRAP Red Rooms Love Lies Bleeding Terrifier 3 Nosferatu

In this episode, our favorite Gardeners take a trip to the Emerald City—not to bring Elphaba and Glinda back to your D&D table directly, but to use a little Alchemy to understand just what it is about them that is so... Popular.What can the misunderstood, magically gifted outsider teach us about creating compelling spellcasters? How can the bubbly, ambitious socialite inform a fresh take on your next spunky heartthrob of a character? Come find out!!Join Caitie and Soren as they break down the core traits, arcs, and dynamics of Wicked's iconic witches and show you how to channel their essence into original, unforgettable PC's.------------------------Edited by TJ (Teedge) Hargrove------------------------Todays Topics and Links:All Dungeons and Dragons resources cited fall under Fair Use via a Creative Commons by Share Alike 3.0 License.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/------------------------Follow us on Insta ⁠⁠⁠@Chromatic_Roses⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/chromatic_roses/Like us on Facebook at Chromatic Roseshttps://www.facebook.com/chromaticroses/Watch Caitie Stream on Twitch!https://www.twitch.tv/k80_13------------------------Sound effects by Pixabay and Floraphonichttps://pixabay.com/sound-effects/https://www.youtube.com/@floraphonicIntro and outro music - Follow Noah Trumble at https://www.instagram.com/trumbleygeek/Listen to Pearle Paradehttps://open.spotify.com/artist/5KCWCdwQ9y8ro53aTvKojo?si=hLT37hFBTOWsVnMeDdGQIg-------------------------Chapters-0:00:00 A wicked Intro0:01:19 Wicked Connections0:14:36 Glinda Glam Mechanics0:23:46 IT-Girl RP thoughts0:41:53 RWI0:43:46 It's giving Elfaba-Mechanics0:48:56 Spicing up your Wicked Story1:03:28 Outty

Featured Guest: Mo Vida, Stand-Up Comedian (@mokavida)Elphaba, a young woman ridiculed for her green skin, and Galinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After encountering the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads.Director: Jon M. ChuStars: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle YeohFollow Chris Saunders on Instagram⁠ ⁠ ➡︎⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@chrissaunders_music⁠⁠Follow Daron Jenkins on Instagram ➡︎⁠ @thedaronjenkins⁠⁠To advertise on The Tracklist, reach out to us via DM on Instagram at https://tracklistshow.carrd.co======Support the podcast - Grab one of our stylish Hoodies or T-Shirts!Visit our Merch Shop: ⁠⁠⁠https://tracklist-shop.fourthwall.com⁠⁠⁠======Produced by Daron Jenkins at 919 Media

Dylan and Connor are joined by Ana Gasteyer (Once Upon a Mattress, “Saturday Night Live”). The Queen is coming. Actually, the Queen has ARRIVED. The twins are absolutely gagged to be joined by icon, legend, mother Ana Gasteyer. Fresh off of singing into a bullhorn in Times Square (IYKYK), Ana dives right into discussing the hot-off-the-presses cast album for Once Upon a Mattress, how it felt returning to Broadway with such a beloved show and cast, and what it was like playing alongside Michael Urie. Listen as she spills on her 6 seasons on “Saturday Night Live,” including the recent SNL50 celebration. Ana speaks on when she realized she was ready to leave SNL, followed by becoming one of the very first women to play Elphaba in the original company of Wicked in Chicago. Ana speaks about her Quaker upbringing leading to a life of performing, whether it be with The Groundlings, on television, or even the Broadway stage. She shares tidbits about working with Rachel Dratch, Kate Reinders, and appearing on early demos of Hairspray. We gush over the new film Sinners, Floyd Collins and its extraordinary cast, and happily celebrate Drag: The Musical's award nominations. We only love Ana more after some DRAMA!Follow Ana on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

From opera student to comedy icon to Broadway belter, Ana Gasteyer's career has been anything but ordinary. In this candid conversation, Ana opens up about her winding path through improv comedy, the creative chaos of Saturday Night Live, and why live performance continues to mean so much in a media-saturated world. She shares the real backstage realities of SNL's 50th anniversary, the challenges of being taken seriously as a vocalist after finding fame through sketch comedy, and how she's now channeling everything she's learned into writing two musicals. Ana also dives into what motivates her today, how she stays grounded while juggling career highs and creative fears, and why collaboration with longtime friends keeps her energized. Plus, she shares hilarious stories about surviving technical disasters onstage, her love for Christmas, and why hard work always seems to pay off — even when the path looks nothing like you planned. Ana Gasteyer is an actress, singer, and comedian known for her six-season run on Saturday Night Live, where she originated beloved characters like Martha Stewart, Margaret Jo of NPR's Delicious Dish, and one-half of the Culps alongside Will Ferrell. On Broadway, she starred as Elphaba in Wicked, Mrs. Peachum in The Threepenny Opera, and most recently Queen Aggravain in Once Upon a Mattress. She is also a celebrated jazz vocalist with albums including Sugar & Booze, and has starred on screen in Suburgatory, American Auto, Wine Country, and more. Connect with Ana Instagram: @anagasteyer TikTok: ⁠@anagasteyer⁠ Twitter/X: ⁠@AnaGasteyer⁠ Stream the Once Upon a Mattress cast album everywhere you listen to music, or get the CD here Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: ⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast⁠⁠ Twitter & Instagram: ⁠⁠@theatre_podcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TheTheatrePodcast.com⁠⁠ Alan's personal Instagram: ⁠⁠@alanseales⁠⁠ Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Something wild is going on on Broadway and we're....not mad about it?! Join Lindsey for this week's surprising Broadway news and latest reviews!

We explore the powerful metaphor of "Defying Gravity" from Wicked as an anthem for spiritual awakening and authentic self-expression. This episode reveals how embracing your unique qualities and healing your inner child allows you to transcend limitations and fully step into your power.• Elphaba as a symbol of our shadow self—the parts deemed "too much" or "not enough" by society• The awakening moment when you realize you can't continue living by others' rules• Why trusting your instincts is essential for personal transformation• The temptation to conform and how society tries to keep you "grounded"• Integration of your wounded parts as the key to defying gravity in your life• The Western sky as a symbol of transformation, endings, and rebirth• How owning who you are without seeking permission leads to true freedom• The journey of reclaiming your inner child who just wanted to be seenKeep going on your journey of self-discovery and remember: what society labels as "wicked" may actually be where your greatest power lies.Book Your DG Mindset Experience Retreat Now Join Coaching For Coaches Mentorship

You are overdue for your weekly Broadway yap sesh!!!! Broadway Bestie Bryn joins Lindsey Stone to review the latest Broadway shows they've seen: Dead Outlaw, Floyd Collins (starring Jeremy Jordan), and Just in Time (starring Jonathan Groff).Broadway News: 

In this episode, Greg and Nathan discuss the vibrant worlds of Wicked and Saturday Night Live—from Elphaba's misunderstood power to SNL's upcoming 50th anniversary—to unpack what these cultural spectacles reveal about fame, performance, and the tension between irony and authenticity. Through a gospel lens, we explore the deeper longings behind the laughter and the spotlight: the human desire to be seen, to be known, and to matter—not for applause or approval, but for love. Whether on stage or screen, the episode invites listeners to consider how the good news of Jesus speaks to our craving for meaning in a world obsessed with performance.

This week on Talking Melbourne with Darren James is Jemma Rix. Jemma is an Australian theatre performer most notably recognised for her peformance of Elphaba in the Australian adaption of Wicked. Jemma is about to appear in The Lord of The Rings - A Musical Tale and joined Darren to chat all about it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elphaba expert Tyler Dema joins Mitchell to unpack the world of musical theater, how taking a step back from performing changed his life, BeastTok, who he'd like to see play the leads in Wicked and more!Follow Tyler:InstagramTikTok

BUCKLE UP BROADWAY BESTIES!!!! We have sooo much to cover: Lindsey is bringing you with her to the Miscast Red Carpet where she interviews our FAVES: Cole Escola, Tom Francis, Jordan Tyson, & more! In Broadway Reviews, Lindsey recently saw Boop, Smash, The Last 5 Years, and Take the Lead! Broadway News: 

Years before Mandy Gonzalez was taking the final bow in Wicked as Elphaba on Broadway, she was in the (absolutely stacked) ensemble at the show's first reading. This week on the pod, Mandy talks the boys through her unmatched career and the journey with her own confidence that led her to guest starring as Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard. PLUS, the boys get Sentimental about Redwood on Broadway, the girlies of Skidrow and that video of Mandy singing Total Eclipse of the Heart. You know the one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As of February 20, 2025, the film adaptation of Wicked (2024) has grossed over $727 million worldwide. The movie is projected to earn over $1 billion at the box office and the advance ticket sales for film were the second best for Fandango in 2024. The film was nominated for ten Oscars, including Best Picture, and won two.  Gregory Maguire, the acclaimed author behind the best-selling novel Wicked, is set to enchant readers once again with a prequel to this beloved story. Maguire's new novel, ELPHIE chronicles the formative years of Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, unveiling her intriguing past and setting the stage for the global phenomenon that is Wicked. Nearly 30 years after the original novel captivated readers, ELPHIE promises to be a riveting coming-of-age story that explores Elphaba's early life. The novel reveals how young Elphaba, marked from birth by her green skin, navigates a world shaped by her mother's promiscuity and her father's piety. It touches upon her early encounters with the marginalized Animal populations of Oz, her struggles with familial jealousy, and her educational adventures leading to Shiz University where she meets the charismatic Galinda. Elphaba and the themes that Maguire presented in his groundbreaking work of fiction have only become more relevant in today's divided world. Acclaimed by critics and readers alike, Wicked has sold over 6 million copies and inspired the Tony Award-winning musical that has become one of Broadway's most successful shows. In response to readers' longstanding curiosity, Maguire's ELPHIE will explore the complexities of Elphaba's character, offering a profound insight into her transformation into one of literature's most iconic witches.Maguire's ability to re-imagine the familiar world of Oz has been praised by prominent voices in literature and theatre. Stephen Schwartz, the composer and lyricist of "Wicked: The Musical," notes, "I knew that Gregory Maguire had come up with a genius idea the moment I heard about Wicked. It's a book that has changed a lot of lives, including mine."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

IT'S TIME TO CHAT! There has been A LOT happening in the Broadway stratosphere and we are covering it all on From the Mezzanine. First Lindsey catches you up on her latest Off-Broadway adventure, seeing All Nighter at MCC Theatre. Next, it's time to address the drama in The Outsiders fanbase. Broadway News:

Hagrid ist wieder da!Zur Feier der 250. Happy Potter Folge hat er sich dazu herabgelassen, auch mal wieder in Hogwarts vorbeizuschauen.Wir debattieren über die logistischen Feinheiten des Tarnumhangs und der Fortbewegung darunter - laufen die Hieroglyphen-Style oder packt sich Ron die beiden anderen unter die Arme wie 2 Baguettes? Und wo zur Hölle war Fang, während Hagrid auf Abenteuerreisen war? Hat Snape auf ihn aufgepasst? Und wenn Snape und Fang in Wicked gehen - wer ist Elphaba und wer ist Glinda? (Reminder an mich selbst - Presse Foto mit Finger).Frage an Hank Green oder John Green - Wie viele Nachnamen muss man haben, dass die Aussprache einer durchschnittlichen Lebensdauer entspricht? Die 2 hören bestimmt beide leidenschaftlich Happy Potter. Und Olaf hätte ruhig mal was bzgl. Dönerpreisen machen können. Was passiert noch? Ach nicht viel, Sophia und Martin lassen sich eventuell tättowieren und Dumbledore organisiert Drachen-Blutspenden.Ihr wollt uns Live sehen? Am 18.10.25 in Bochum habt ihr die Chance, Tickets gibt's hier:https://t.rausgegangen.de/tickets/happy-potter-bochumUnd jetzt viel Spaß beim Zuhören!Wir haben auch eine Patreon-Seite! Schaut doch mal vorbei, es gibt Bonus-Episoden, Sticker undandereaufregende Dinge! Besucht uns auf den sozialenNetzwerken, unserer Webseite und erzählt euren Freunden von uns!Vielleicht haben die ja auch Lust auf einen Harry PotterPodcast! Webseite: www.Happy-Potter.net Patreon: www.patreon.com/happypotter Discord: https://discord.gg/2EajMaGXpc Facebook:www.facebook.com/happypotterpodcast Instagram: @happypotterpod Twitter: @happypotterpod Und wir haben jetzt auch Playlists mit unseren Lieblings-Songs Martins Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2IBxDsPVm1UdNBiW2QkgEJ?si=rU6HLkoFQfGGjvab8g8yEQ&pi=e-bKuIHap7RWCu Sophias Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0kuOP0TujMhrqOWzLwUH1O?si=9LIZkc2nQTOajHPaqpP_RA&pi=e-tc6w0NgQRo-W Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SEASON 2 - EPISODE 135 - Simon Hayes - Production Sound Mixer In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, we speak with production sound mixer Simon Hayes (WICKED, LES MISERABLES, SHAUN OF THE DEAD). At 14, Simon followed his father to set to learn sound. At 15, he then won the European BMX Championship. And at 16, he quit school, immersed himself in the industry, and honed his skills during the boom times of British commercials. Simon shares how early-career nights at Soho bars led to his professional relationships with directors Guy Ritchie and Matthew Vaughn, and we discuss the lessons he learned about protecting live performances on those early films. Simon  reveals how an idea from Meryl Streep changed the approach to recording the songs of MAMMA MIA!, and he later shares his own views on the effectiveness of boom mics and radio mics. Simon also reveals how they actually recorded the live vocals of LES MISERABLES without pre-recorded backing tracks, and he reflects on how his experiences in recording studios enabled him and his team to coordinate the complex musical numbers in WICKED with seasoned recording artists and leading actresses Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Plus, Simon reveals where he hid Elphaba's radio mic. - This episode is sponsored by Aputure

Gregory Maguire: Ginger Mojito Mocktail (grated ginger, grated cucumber, mint, lime juice, ginger ale, sparkling water)  Gregory reveals the one book that he later realized had subconsciously guided his reimagining of Oz for his novel WICKED, shares his thoughts on the departures that the adaptations (both stage and film) have taken in reimagining WICKED, names the one children's book that made him want to be a writer, names 3 books every kid should read by age 10, talks about the blurred line between YA and adult fiction, provides some insider details about Elphaba, discusses how his Catholicism influences themes in his writing, tells the story of the very unplanned first meeting of his husband, Andy.

Hi, Broadway Besties! Lindsey saw SO much Broadway this week and needs to catch you all up! We are recapping seeing Nick Jonas in The Last Five Years, Death Becomes Her, and Operation Mincemeat! We are switching it up this week and Lindsey is casting her EARLY Tony Award Predictions. Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

This week Josh and Jade review the movie musical Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu and written by Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox. It adapts the first act of the 2003 stage musical by Stephen Schwartz and Holzman, which was loosely based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, itself a reimagining of the Oz books and the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. Lost yet? The film stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Galinda the Good Witch, with Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum in supporting roles. Also, inside this episode our hosts discuss the casting of Nick Frost as Hagrid in HBO's Harry Potter series and the pending Duke lawsuit against the TV show White Lotus. Click play and enjoy!

Gregory Maguire is an Albany native and is back in the city this weekend to talk about his latest book, “Elphie,” the coming-of-age story of Elphaba, who becomes the Wicked Witch of the West.Maguire will be participating in the Albany Film Festival at the University at Albany tomorrow at 10:45 AM in the Performing Arts Center Main Theatre in a conversation with Paul Grondahl.

Jenna Bush Hager sits down with her twin sister, Barbara, and their mother, former first lady Laura Bush, for a conversation about parenting, childhood memories, and Jenna and Barbara's new children's book I Loved You First. Also, NBC's Joe Fryer catches up with the author of the book Wicked as he prepares to release a new book, Elphie, about the childhood years of Elphaba before she sets off to college and beyond. Plus, lifestyle expert Makho Ndlovu shares some of the biggest sales and best deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale kickoff.

Have you ever felt different, like you don't quite fit the mold society created? What if that "weirdness" is actually your superpower? Drawing inspiration from the movie Wicked, this episode explores how embracing what makes us unique—our personal "green"—can transform our lives and impact the world around us.Fresh from watching Wicked, I've been reflecting on Elphaba's journey and how it mirrors our own struggles with authenticity. Born different and magical, she was taught to hide her true self. Sound familiar? So many of us downplay our natural gifts because they make us stand out, when these differences are precisely what make us extraordinary.Looking for your people to help you embrace your green? Get on the Self(ish) Sisterhood waitlist.Take a moment today to consider: What's your "green"? What gifts come naturally to you that others might find challenging? Instead of hiding these qualities, what would happen if you leaned into them completely? Send me a DM if you're still discovering your unique magic—I'd love to help you uncover it and watch you defy gravity.Thank you for listening to Self(ish) Confidence! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend or on your social media and tag me @jess.clerke so I can personally thank you for helping spread some confidence + love! Check out my website at: www.jessclerke.com If you're on instagram, come say hi!!

Check out our new book "She Prays Like a Girl" at PrayingChristianWomen.com/likeagirl today! We love gleaning prayer lessons from anywhere - including secular movies! This week join us for a really fun discussion about prayer lessons from the song “Defying Gravity” from the Broadway musical-turned-movie “Wicked.” We talk about the transformation of the character Elphaba, who chooses to defy the limitations imposed on her by others, and relate it to the prayer lives of Christian women. We also contrast Glinda and Elphaba, who ultimately take different paths but wish each other well and relate it to the need for Christian women to embrace our differences and support each other rather than tear each other down.

Welcome to the place where we get to let our geek flags fly and talk about all things geek. Basically a fuzzy guide to life, the universe, and everything but mostly geek stuff. In this level of the podcast, the diversiverse continueswith an eye for comic book and geek diversity in the real world apart from comics. We love this discourse about representation and highlighting examples you may not know or remember and maybe even are fans of. For this round, we add 22 more heroes. (See below for previous editions of the Diversiverse).Namor (Wakanda Forever version) / Aika, Xira, & Hoshi (Pretty Pretty Please I Really Don't Want to be a Magical Girl) / Finn & Rey & Poe / Chakotay (Star Trek) / Naru (Prey) / Philly the Kid & S.A.M. (Cannon Busters) / Mizu (Blue Eye Samurai) / Samantha Eve Wilkins aka Atom Eve & Mark Grayson (Invincible) / Will Smith as Del Spooner in I, Robot & Dr. Robert Neville in I am Legend / Glinda and Elphaba in Wicked / Viola Davis as Amanda Waller / Princess Bubblegum (Adventure Time) / David Charles Haller (Legion) / Rose Tico / Rocket Raccoon???Congrats on completing Level 437 of the podcast! Think positive, test negative, stay safe, wash your hands, wear a mask, and good luck out there. Feel free to contact me on Twitter and/or Instagram (@wookieeriot). You can also reach the show by e-mail, laughitupfuzzballpodcast@gmail.com., or by joining the Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1879505335626093). I'd love to hear from you. Merch is available at teepublic.com/user/laugh-it-up-fuzzball. Also subscribe to the feed on Apple podcasts, Google podcasts, Stitcher, Breaker, IHeartRadio, RadioPublic, Spotify, or any of the apps which pull from those sources. Go do your thing so I can keep doing mine. If you feel so inclined, drop a positive rating or comment on those apps. Ratings help others find the madness. Tell your friends, geekery is always better with peers. Thank YOU for being a part of this hilarity! There's a plethora of ways to comment about the show and I look forward to seeing your thoughts, comments, and ideas. May the force be with us all, thanks for stopping by, you stay classy, be excellent to each other and party on dudes! TTFN… Wookiee out!343 - 23 Apr 2023 Across the Diversiverse341 - 11 Apr 2023 The Diversiverse Awakens211 - 4 Oct 2020 The Diversiverse Strikes Back209 - 20 Sep 2020 A New Diversiverse202 - 1 Aug 2020 Return of the Diversiverse197 - 28 Jun 2020 Enter the Diversiverse195 - 12 Jun 2020 - Geekdom Prevails

Send us a textWelcome back listeners! Season 6 is off to a bookish start as Tara and EmKay are joined by Broadway performer and former Wicked cast member, Aaron J. Albano to break down Gregory Maguire's new prequel novel "Elphie"! Rabbit holes include pivotal moments in the book when Elphie becomes Elphaba before the reader's eyes, personal shares of growth and transition, and so much more. Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping this Wednesday!Show Notes:Aaron J. Albano Wicked: The Graphic Novel Part IElphie: A Wicked ChildhoodInstagram: @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 Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast

Loathing...The Duke vs. UNC rivalry is the sports equivalent of Loathing from Wicked—a relationship built on deep-seated animosity, unwavering contempt, and just a hint of begrudging respect. Much like Elphaba and Glinda's cutting yet strangely harmonious duet, the Tar Heels and Blue Devils are forever intertwined, each defining the other through decades of battles on the hardwood. Every season, the Cameron Crazies' sneers and the Dean Dome's roars echo the song's theatrical vitriol—"Every little trait, however small, makes my very flesh begin to crawl!"—a sentiment any UNC fan can relate to when spotting Duke's blue and white on the court. My guest today is Andy Bagwell. Andy Bagwell, co-author of Duke Sucks: A Completely Even-Handed, Unbiased Investigation into the Most Evil Team on Planet Earth, captured this dynamic perfectly, dissecting Duke's infamous flopping, smug superiority, and, of course, their uncanny ability to get every foul call.But in true Other People's Shoes fashion, what happens if we step back and examine this rivalry from another angle? The loathing, after all, is what makes it great—what fuels the passion, the unforgettable moments, the pure ecstasy of victory and the gut-wrenching agony of defeat. Without Duke, there is no UNC dominance; without UNC, there is no Duke villainy. Just as Elphaba and Glinda's friction drives Wicked's story forward, this rivalry elevates college basketball itself. It's a hatred that, deep down, every fan secretly loves. Because in the end, while loathing may be the foundation, the rivalry itself is pure magic. Join me as I step into Andy's shoes. 

Book Vs. Movie: WickedThe 2004 Musical Vs. the 2024 Movie"Musicals in March"The "Wicked" movie is based on Gregory Maguire's novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West; the book (for the play) was written by Winnie Holzman, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. The show had its initial tryout in San Francisco in 2003 before moving to Broadway, where it has enjoyed a successful two-decade run despite receiving mixed reviews.This success is primarily attributed to its loyal fan base.  Part One concludes with the iconic song "Defying Gravity," setting the stage for Part Two, which explores the consequences of Elphaba's rebellion. The film utilizes CGI and elaborate sets to vividly portray the magical world of Oz in ways that the stage cannot replicate. So, which version did we prefer? Have a listen to find out! In this ep, the Margos discuss:A brief look at the 1995 novel  The path to Broadway to the Jon M. Chu filmThe cast includes Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba,) Ariana Grande (Glinda,) Jonathan Bailey (Fiyero,) Ethan Slater (Boq Woodsman,) Bowen Yang (Pfanne,) Peter Dinklage (Dr. Dillamond,) Michelle Yeoh (Madame Morrible,) Jeff Goldblum (Wizard of Oz,) Marissa Bode (Nessarose,) Bronwyn James (Shenshen) and Andy Nyman as Governor Thropp.Clips Featured:“Glinda makes a ball gown”"Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda at the 2004 Tony Awards""Indina Menzel as Elphaba at the 2004 Tony Awards"Wicked (Part 1 2024 trailer)“What is this feeling?”“Defying gravity”Music by John Powell and Stephen SchwartzFollow us on the socials!Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D's Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok Margo D's YouTube: @MargoDonohueMargo P's Instagram: @shesnachomama Margo P's Blog: coloniabook.comMargo P's YouTube Channel: @shesnachomamaOur logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine 

"Wicked: Part 1" follows the origin story of Elphaba, known in the original "Wizard of Oz" movie as the Wicked Witch of the West. And it follows her friend, Galinda, who eventually becomes the Good Witch.The movie is based on the Broadway musical which debuted in 2003. Last year, it became the fourth-longest running musical in Broadway history. And that musical comes from a 1995 novel of the same name. The new Wicked movie stars singer-actresses Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as the witches Elphaba and Galinda.The result this past weekend has been gravity-defying. "Wicked" brought in $114 million in North America and another $50 million internationally. That's the best-ever opening for a film adaptation of a Broadway musical.For this meeting of the 1A Movie Club, we discuss the new "Wicked" film.Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Connect with us. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

On this week's episode, Co - hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss Jon M. Chu's 2024 Wicked. Our hosts get into Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's ground breaking performances, cast drama, and how Elphaba was always Black girl coded. Highlights:Defying Gravity ChallengeWicked Press TourAriana & Cynthia potential awards sweep Elphaba was always Black girl coded  Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmesFollow Ryannhttps://www.instagram.com/gudguyryry/?hl=enhttps://x.com/ryanngrahamFollow BPLP Podhttps://www.instagram.com/bplppodhttps://twitter.com/bplppodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bplppod

The co-hosts discuss Pres. Trump's social media post depicting himself as a king and saying he would have a "very nasty life" if he lost the presidential election. Then, the co-hosts discuss a fertility clinic being sued over an embryo transfer mix-up, which led to a woman giving birth to another couple's baby. Idina Menzel joins to discuss returning to the Nederlander Theater for her new show "Redwood" and how she relates to her iconic characters Elphaba and Elsa. Griffin Dunne looks back on hosting “Saturday Night Live” in 1986 and discusses exploring his star-studded real-life journey in “The Friday Afternoon Club: A Family Memoir.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is it strange that Wicked, a film about a marginalized person discovering her magic and rising up to fight against government oppression, has been a box office success under Trump 2.0 – or does the movie's message actually meet the moment? Wicked has been nominated for 10 Oscars, including Best Actress in a Leading Role for Cynthia Erivo, who already has Grammy, Emmy and Tony awards under her belt. This week, Kara talks with Erivo about why, as a queer, Black woman, the role of Elphaba was especially meaningful and how she made it her own; what she thinks about the current attack on diversity programs and the LGBTQ+ community; which projects she wants to lend her voice and other talents to going forward; and what becoming the youngest EGOT winner (if she wins the Oscar) would mean to her. Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on Instagram and TikTok @onwithkaraswisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stassi and C-O-Lo are kicking off 2025 with some major New Year's energy! After a long break with her kids, she's feeling emotional about Hartford growing up—especially now that her daughter lives in her Elphaba outfit and has her contemplating a Frozen-meets-Wicked birthday party mashup. Stassi is on a mission to find her word of the year, taking inspo from Meghan Markle's resilience, and spilling on how she's tackling social anxiety as part of her New Year's goals.  Plus, she's narrowing down her signature scent and embracing her forever love for Castlecore (she was into it before it was trendy). New year, new magic, and all the energy focused on manifesting positivity! This episode is sponsored by: Lume -Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code Stassi at Lumepodcast.com/Stassi ! #lumepod. OUAI - Go to THEOUAI.com and use code STASSI for 15% off any product. RO - Go to RO.CO/STASSI to see if your insurance covers GLP-1s—for free. Hiya - Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/STASSI. Our Place - Go to fromourplace.com and enter my code STASSI at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. Progressive - Visit Progressive.com to see if you could save on car insurance.