Episode 58: The Wiz

Ease on down the road! This week, Peaches and Michael are headed to Oz in celebration of 1978’s THE WIZ! In addition to discussing the Motown majesty of the film’s power cast, our hosts delve into the impact of reframing a classic story from a different point of view. Joining the conversation is writer and STRANGELORE creator Viktor T. Kerney, whose lifetime of love for this cult phenomenon continues to inform him today. Then, filmmaker and WHAT IS QUEER’s Parker Sargent stops by to discuss her unique relationship growing up with this legendary musical and its ongoing queer resonance. From mean old lions to floating space babies, this episode has it all! Go!