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Let's be perfectly Queer PodcastAuthor: Let's be perfectly Queer podcast
An Australian LGBT podcast, hosted by a Transgender teacher and a Pansexual healthcare worker, dedicated to amplifying diverse queer voices. We share personal stories, expert insights, and valuable resources on LGBTQIA topicsincluding gender identity, coming out, queer history, mental health, relationships, and activism.Join us as we build an inclusive space for learning, open discussions, and a sense of community.Whether you're queer, questioning, an ally, or simply curious, our podcast is a welcoming space for open conversations, education, and community connection. Think of it as a laid-back chat with friendsperfect for listening on the go, at home, or anywhere in between.Join us as we celebrate LGBT experiences, challenge misconceptions, and create an inclusive space for all. Language: en-au Genres: Health & Fitness, Sexuality, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Is Wicked The Musical Queer? The Untold LGBTQ+ Story Behind Elphaba & Glinda
Episode 21
Thursday, 30 October, 2025
Send us a messageWelcome back to Let's Be Perfectly Queer Podcast, your go to LGBTQ+ Australian podcast for all things queer.In this episode, we ask the ultimate question: is Wicked The Musical actually queer? With the release of the new Wicked movie starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, we unpack the queer subtext, LGBTQ+ themes, and history behind one of the world’s most beloved musicals.From The Wizard of Oz’s hidden queer roots to Gregory Maguire’s original novel, Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, we explore how this story became a metaphor for otherness, identity, and queer love.We talk about: ✨ The queer subtext between Elphaba and Glinda, were they more than friends? 🌈 The LGBTQ+ symbolism behind The Wizard of Oz and “Friends of Dorothy” 💬 How author Gregory Maguire’s own identity shaped the story 🎭 Why Wicked still resonates with queer audiences two decades later 💚 How art, theatre, and representation can create belonging for LGBTQIA+ peopleSo whether you cried during “For Good,” grew up loving Wicked, or just want to understand why queer fans feel so connected to Oz, this one’s for you.🎧 Listen in and learn about the queer subtext behind Wicked The Musical ... and until next time, stay perfectly queer!Archie & Katie 🌈 Do YOU think Wicked is queer?Support the showYou can help support our show on Patreon or through buzzsprout
