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The episode discusses the cultural significance and themes of 'The Wizard of Oz' as experienced by the hosts and guest.

Yeah, we (Dads Mike and Dave) were as surprised as you are: Dad-In-Waiting Tooky Kavanagh did not see this film until AFTER watching BOTH parts of WICKED. The times, they are a-changin'... And it's not a bad thing: is there a more seminal piece of culture than the Wizard of Oz? People have been going back to L. Frank Baum's story in various media for almost a century, probably because it still has things to tell us about discovery, identity, and growing up. Engaging with a meaningful piece of...

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