Ranjit Dighe

Ranjit Dighe, Chair of the Economics department at SUNY-Oswego and an expert on the political interpretations of "The Wizard of Oz," dives into the film's intriguing connections to the 1893 banking crisis and monetary populism. He discusses how characters like Dorothy and the Wizard symbolize significant sociopolitical movements. The conversation also explores the allure of wealth represented by the Emerald City, feminist themes through characters like Elphaba, and even a fan theory linking the film to Pink Floyd’s music, making for a fascinating exploration of this beloved classic.