RAANAP: Rob and Akiva Follow the Yellow Brick Road

Rob Cesternino (@robcesternino) and Akiva Wienerkur (@keev26) need a podcast and every week, Rob and Akiva spin a wheel of listener-submitted podcast ideas, and whatever the wheel lands on is what they podcast about next. This week, Rob and Akiva watch The Wizard of Oz.

Join Rob and Akiva as they dive into the whimsical world of “The Wizard of Oz,” exploring its cultural impact and the upcoming release of “Wicked.” Rob and Akiva unravel the film’s legacy, character dynamics, and production quirks, offering a fresh perspective on this timeless classic.

In this episode, Rob and Akiva discuss the chaotic state of the New York Jets, drawing a parallel to the unpredictable nature of Oz. They explore the film’s transition from black and white to color, its portrayal of Munchkin Land, and the use of real actors for the Munchkin roles. The hosts also delve into the potential CGI use in modern adaptations like “Wicked,” and the reinterpretation of the Wicked Witch’s character. They humorously critique the Scarecrow’s unexpected possession of a gun and the peculiarities of the witch’s guards, while also questioning the logic behind the Wicked Witch’s vulnerability to water.

Rob and Akiva discuss:



The chaotic state of the New York Jets compared to the whimsical nature of Oz

The transition from black and white to color and its impact on the film’s legacy

The use of real actors for Munchkin roles versus potential CGI in “Wicked”

The reinterpretation of the Wicked Witch’s character in modern adaptations

Humorous critique of the Scarecrow’s possession of a gun and the witch’s guards



This episode offers a blend of humor and critical analysis, exploring the cultural significance and production quirks of “The Wizard of Oz.” Did the film’s iconic line, “There’s no place like home,” hold true for Dorothy and her companions?

For the link to the spreadsheet that Rob and Akiva use to compile ideas, check it all out here: Rob and Akiva Need a Spreadsheet (compiled by the great Will from America).

To submit an idea for a future episode of “Rob and Akiva Need a Podcast” to be discussed on the mailbag, submit it on this form: Rob and Akiva’s Mailbag Form.

Past Episodes of Rob & Akiva Need a Podcast



* Rob & Akiva Need a Podcast #1: Perfect Strangers | Season 3, Episode 7 Recap – August 18, 2018

* Rob & Akiva Need a Podcast #2: Calling Patriots at Jets in Madden – August 25, 2018

* Rob & Akiva Need a Podcast #3: Watching Music Videos from 80’s, 90’s & Today – September 1, 2018

* Rob & Akiva Need a Podcast #4: Top 10 or Trash? – September 8, 2018

* Rob & Akiva Need a Podcast #5: All About May 22, 1998 – September 22, 2018

* Rob & Akiva Need a Podcast #6: Wife Swap Quiz – October 12, 2018

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