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In The Wicked Witch of the West: The Enduring Legacy of a Feminist Icon, Lona Bailey explores the radical feministic undertones of one of the most enduring characters in popular culture. This book traces her transformation over the past century, highlighting how she has evolved through countless adaptations from The Wizard of Oz to the film adaptation of Wicked while maintaining her core identity as a powerful, defiant figure.

"Why don't you come up and see me sometime?" Mae West invited and promptly captured the imagination of generations. Even today, years after her death, the actress and author is still regarded as the pop archetype of sexual wantonness and ribald humor. But who was this saucy starlet, a woman who was controversial enough to be jailed, pursued by film censors, and banned from the airwaves for the revolutionary content of her work, and yet would ascend to the status of film legend?

This is the first full-length biography of this mid-twentieth century multi-faceted star. One of the central tensions of Dale's life revolved around chasing the elusive work/family balance, making her story instantly relatable to women today. In addition to fame, Dale longed for a happy, stable, family life. Her roles of wife and mother became the foundation for her public persona: the smart, smiling, cheerful cowgirl. Unusual for the time were Dale Evans's attempts to control the trajectory of her career at a time when men dominated decision-making in the entertainment fields.

A song about moving on forward, leaving the past behind. See lyrics below.REAR VIEW MIRRORBy: Ray D WestCaught up in youShaking off allThat I am over you dustDreams and memories all in my rear view mirror Seeing life a whole lot clearerSkies are getting bluer and bluerWind in my hair and a grin on my faceLooking but not looking for a brand new youHey, hey, hey Going to find my own wayGoing to learn to flyGot my foot on the gas, going fastLeaving that past in the dust I am feeling brand newWho knew me, youRear view, babyGot that V8 purringGot me reassuring Yeah manFound not boundI am a whole ...

For more than half a century, a shared love of canals and narrowboats has been inseparable from the marriage of Timothy West and Prunella Scales. The two iconic actors have spent many of the happiest days of their life together enjoying the calming pleasures of watching land and nature unfold before them at four miles an hour.

Hiya Besties. Exciting news... The West End Best Friend Podcast is here. Join Robin and Jet for news, interviews and a behind the scenes look at how some of your favourite shows get made. And of course, we want to include you, our wonderful Besties. Keep an eye on all our socials and get ready for curtain up on the stagiest podcast out therewww.westendbestfriend.co.ukfacebook.com/WestEndBestFriend/instagram.com/westendbftwitter.com/westendbfyoutube.com/westendbestfriendtiktok.com/@westendbestfriend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your weekly stagey catchup! Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, and industry co-hosts for a round-up of the latest theatre news and reviews. Special guests include West End performers, producers, journalists, creatives and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A brilliant medical student dreams of bringing life to the dying - and to the dead. How far will he go to achieve his dream? Will his genius unlock the secrets of life and death, or will boundless ambition twist his noble purpose into something monstrous?

Award-winning radio producer and voice actor Joe Bevilacqua, a.k.a. Joe Bev, presents two hours of horse opera parodies.

Students and staff from South Gibson County High School in Medina TN discuss all the incredible Marching Bands of West TN, interview other students and staff, and generally have a good time talking about this Marching Band community that we love!

Do you like listening to audio dramas? Do you want to listen to some wonderful, home produced radio plays performed by a talented cast of actors? Well look no further! Here at Magnus West Media we have a range of productions; both long and short to interest all sorts of listeners, from an episode of the famous radio broadcast Five Minute Murders to a modern day take of the classic Father Brown story: The Blue Cross. Settle down, get comfy, and lose yourself in a wonderful story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A show about the Old West--the culture, the history, the TV shows, the movies, the authors and anything and everything about the Old West! The show airs live Saturday's at 4pm Mountain Standard Time at voicesofthewet.net where you can also download past VOW programs, too.

Wagons West hosted by E.L. Huffman takes you back to the early days of Westerns on Radio by presenting the best of Old Time Radio Westerns and heroes.

A WATERSTONES SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025 'EVOCATIVE' The Guardian 'COMPELLING AND BRILLIANTLY CANDID' Daily Mail 'A GREAT BOOK' Jake Humphrey, High Performance Podcast CANDID, RAW AND UNFORGETTABLE, THIS IS JOE COLE'S STORY - A MUST-READ FOR ANY FOOTBALL FAN One of the best players of his era...

A smorgasboard of entertaining stuff, kicking off with Spoken Word and Monologue show "The Alternative Space Programme" featuring some of the best Spoken Word talent in the UK with Electronic score by Matt Panesh

This 6 episode podcast series Presented by Henry K and Rootsland delves into the rich history and evolution of reggae, tracing the path from it’s roots in Kingston, Jamaica to the current thriving “CaliRoots” scene in California. Each episode will focus on a different decade, starting with the 70’s and how a hippy movement disgruntled about the way rock and roll sold out, embraced this refreshing and authentic Island sound. The series will break down the key artists, events, and cultural influences that shaped reggae’s progression over time and why California became such fertile ...

The Playhouse West Podcast is all about the Meisner Technique that has been used by 1000's of actors. We will talk to the teachers and the students of this school. We will also be speaking with the alumni who came through these doors and have found success in the entertainment industry.

Bring the rustic charm of England’s West Country to life on the stage or screen with A Guide to the West Country British Accent. This course is ideal for actors, voice-over artists, and performers who want to perfect the sounds of this distinctive British accent from Devon, Cornwall and Somerset.

Welsh comedian James Humphreys ramblings, from deep within Tallinn, Estonia.

“Self-Destructive Stars and West African Cosmology” explores the supernova phenomenon, focusing on the time disparity between a star’s explosion and our perception of it. This project uses cultural cosmology to bridge astrophysics with human traditions and religions, particularly through the lens of West African cosmology. Powered by Firstory Hosting