About Us

The owner of VideosForFamily.com and TheWizardOfOzOnline.net Aaron Pacentine, has dedicated his site to bring quality family entertainment. The 27-year old Southern Californian who now lives in South Carolina is committed to serving the Lord as he brings a new generation of family entertainment online.

Aaron has had the opportunity to interview Oz author and illustrator/cartoonist, Eric Shanower, L. Frank Baum's Grandson, Robert Baum among many others. He has currently worked on several different audio series for his website on the “Chronicles of Narnia” book series and Disney film and another, a interactive radio talk show series on Oz, titled "Retuning To Oz".

The show is hosted and produced by Aaron Pacentine and co-produced Aaron Schultz and co-hosted by Oz fans, Jason Cottle of North Carolina, Travis Black of Texas, among others. Originally featuring, Aaron Pacentine and Celia Foster (who maintained at one time, THE LARGEST web site on the RETURN TO OZ 1985 film) The radio show premiered online on, March 2^nd 2006 and is available at www.returningtooz.com and www.videosforfamily/returntoozshow.htm The show ran for 3 years and ended with the final episode in the summer of 2008, with a total of 32 episodes A few of these recordings video episodes, during the coruse of the 32 shows.

In October 2005, Aaron was involved in promoting the re-release of the “Wizard of Oz” DVD at the “Land of Oz” theme park in Beech Mountain, North Carolina. Following the promotion, members of the Oz community asked Aaron to plan a Wizard of Oz events both county of Greenville, South Carolina and elsewhere. This new road show series of events titled, "GENERATIONS OF OZ" began October 27th 2007 and was hosted by the VideosForFamily.com web site and the first show was on OCTOBER 27th 2007. Also in October of 2007 Aaron and Brandon Dyer (former co-owner to the web site) worked and were involved with the LAND OF OZ Park in Beech Mountian. They had a display on the website and sold "Oz" realted items.

Aaron is very honored to have interviewed Kurt Raymond. Kurt is Warner Brother's Master Oz Impressionist and professionally portrays the Wicked Witch on stage and in Oz festivals, among other venues. Kurt's interview is rated as one of the TOP BEST interviews ! Aaron conducted this interview with Kurt in December of 2005.

On March 11th 2006, and March 10^th 2007 Aaron worked and was involved in the 1st and 2^nd Annual Wizard of Oz Day in Orange Park, Florida. In the summer of 2006 Aaron established the organization, Wizard of Oz Productions & Events to further on with this new and exciting venue of entertainment.

On September 16th, 2006, Aaron hosted his first Oz event, “We’re Not in Indiana Anymore,” in Chesterton, Indiana. One of the original child munchkins, Donna Stewart-Hardway, and Judy Garland memorabilia collector Michael Siewert came as invited guests.

In August of 2008, Aaron alongside, Kurt Raymond, Stephen Sisters, and Beyond The Rainbow To Oz's owner/founder, Elaine Willingham put together a panel the celebreated the 10th anniversary of Elaine's BeyondTheRainbow2Oz.com web site. It was a wonderful panel full of many memories! You will take great delight as you hear the introduction recorded during the opening sagement recorded by none other, then Kurt Raymond as the as the Wicked Witch. Aaron produced, and edited this panel. Go to http://www.videosforfamily.com/beyondtherainbowpanel.htm

Aaron, now currently at this time runs a brand new talk show series on Oz, titled, Ozcast. Again this can be found at
www.returningtooz.com and fans can go to the main site directly to download episodes at www.videosforfamily.com/ozcast.htm This new series premiered online online in August of 2008 and is now currently running and features the same format as the "Returning To Oz" audio/radio series. Ozcast covers topics, about Oz in general and covering all aspects of Oz, including Oz films/movies, stage productions, collectibles, L. Frank Baum, Judy Garland (and her films) and on and on it goes! We are going to continue to keep this show running for as long as possible! We have many great new hosts and at times, we bring back some old ones, such as Ms. Celia Foster, whom many of you may remember and have heard many times before in the past! What a wonderful and great historan she is, not to mention Aaron Schultz! With Ozcast, as you can see we have some great new hosts too. Aside from Aaron Pacentine, we have many others from all over the United States working with us on this new series. Shawn Gonzalef, Travis Black (whom you may remember, from "Returning to Oz"),
Nick Ackerman, Anthony Lancaster, and finally the young Lisa Carmichael, devoted Oz fan and collector.

Others alongside many different fans will be interviewed and be a part of Ozcast along the way, so keep checking out the Ozcast site for new episodes. From time to time we will have episode videos of fans be interviewed so watch of those. (The video episodes will be hosted from YouTube and running on the Ozcast site).

Aaron Schultz., (June, 2006-Present) (Co-Producer of "Returning to Oz" and Assists with the "TheWizardofOzOnline.net" portion of the VideosForFamily.com web site

Aaron is the co-producer for "VideosForFamily.com's "Returning To Oz" Radio Series.
He currently resides in a small town in mid-western Iowa. He runs and maintains online, WaltDisneysReturntoOz.com which was formally the ReturntoOzthemovie.com web site which was previously run by Celia Foster. Aaron is in his early 20s and lives in a small midwestern town in Iowa. He owns a massive collection of memorabilia from “RETURN TO OZ” which he as acquired over the years, since he was a little boy. He is one of those people, who “must have everything” and anything that Disney put out on “Return to Oz”. He owns many different versions of the film, the US press kit, the UK press kit, and even the French press kit! Aaron even made his own “Tick-Tall doll’, ruby slippers, and even one of the lunch pails that Dorothy used in the film! He is very talented when it comes to collecting and even when it comes to hunting down items that are hard to find. He works with Aaron Pacentine with the Oz section of his site and is co-producer of the “Returning to Oz” online radio show on the internet with Aaron. It is the only radio show/podcast on the internet devoted to the “OZ” online. They have become close friends as they have gotten to know one another as they have been involved together working in the Oz community.

Daniel Shanks (November 2006-Present) Assists with the VideosForFamily.com in the area of Professional Video Production & Writing

Daniel is originally from southern CA, and now lives in Houston, Texas. He has a great interest in Animation, currently extending his knowledge in the computer animation and fine arts in college. His interest in The Sims 2 computer program has inspired/encouraged him to experiment in movie making as it has a function where you can capture video in-game. He is utilizing this program to make his own adaptation of The Wizard of Oz which is pretty exciting. He has a lot of interests that are educational and beneficial to his well being. Through the years his variety of interests such as; visual arts, creative writing, singing, piano, gymnastics, and theater have all contributed, building his experience and developing a good foundation in order to continue his passion. He says, "As I grew up everyone noticed my skill in visual art", which I'm sure has also made a big impact on him. He feels his biggest strength is in conceptual design. After he took a series of examinations called the aptitude test he discovered his natural talent in Ideaphoria (idea making). "It helps a lot, to have ideas while being an artist at the same time. I love it when I get that constant flow of ideas really helps and that is partially why I love storytelling in any form. These days I'm not so much of an attention getter (in person) so I'm not doing theater or singing as much, I was introduced to that by my mother." Art and writing are correlated with his main goals and he is currently pursuing them using these talents full heartedly with the wonderful talented group of people, with the team here at VideosForFamily.com

He will be working and brining out a new look of animation on Oz though the different shows that will be performed, live during the stage productions. Even more...Daniel is a big fan of the Wizard of Oz and is big fan of the L. Frank Baum books. Check out Daniel's video production web site, http://www.pumpkinweirdo.com

Celia Foster is a graet young woman and at one time ran the largest fan site on the Internet on the Disney 1985 film, "RETURN TO OZ". She, along with Aaron Pacentine helped run the internet series, on the "Return To Oz" movie, "RETURNING TO OZ". She is now involved with the "Ozcast" internet audio talk show. Celia currently lives in Florida. She has been interviewed by Aaron on his web site. This was her first formal interview that she had the honor of participating in. She has collected memorabilia from the Return to Oz movie ever since she was 16, and when she can she always enjoys adding more to her collection. Celia participated in a Wizard of Oz panel with Aaron Pacentine and Oz fan and collector Zach Allen. It is on CD still at this time available on compact disc. She has a sweet gentle spirit and is always a willing worker when it comes to do with something in relation to the movie she loves..."RETURN TO OZ".

Lisa Carmichael (Host for "VideosForFamily.com's Ozcast Radio Series, and assists with the VideosForFamily.com/ReturningToOz.com, etc related web sites.

Lisa Carmichael is an Oz collector and has recently produced a new Wizard of Oz web site entitled Ozma's Magic Picture: Behind The Scenes of Oz and Beyond. And she hails from east coast Rhode Island. Her interest in Oz started and expanded at the age 3. In her in her teens her interest in Oz hald a deeper meaning, in her twenties Lisa started what one could call an envious collection of Wonderful Wizard of Oz memorabilia. She prides in her Horse of a Different Color Special Edition Musical figurine. Her Knowles Collection of plates has a special meaning, they are from the year of 1977 the year she was born. The 1980's Effanbee dolls are among her collectibles alongside her keepsake Hallmark ornaments. Brass Key Porcelain produced 2 sized dolls: Lisa owns the entire 7' inch collection as well as the famous four in the 14' inch series. Her collection stems from Wizard of Oz and Wicked memorabilia. She also is an aspiring writer and has been published in Rhode Island College's newspaper The Anchor under the pen name Sera Alexia. She writes inspiring Oz fan fiction at Jared Davis's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Writer's World under the pen name Sera. Lisa is currently co-hosting Ozcast: Online Oz Radio Talk Show with Aaron Pacentine.

Jared Davis (Official Writer/Reviewer for the "RETURNING TO OZ" and "OzCAST Talk Shows) (2006-Present)

Jared has appeared on "Returning to Oz," and supports the Videos For Family website. In addition, his self-run Dorothy & Ozma Productions produces the video documentary series "The Wonders of Oz" on YouTube.

Jeremiah Rich, (January 2007-Present) Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter

Jeremiah Rich is a contemporary Christian singer/songwriter whose songs are the outward expression of an intimate encounter with God. Jeremiah's percussive energy on guitar and genuine lyrics reveal his soul as he masterfully fuses passionate worship with contemporary influences.

Jeremiah began his music career singing in his home church in St. Louis in 2002. He was asked to sing in the youth group and soon after started writing songs from his heart and composing them on guitar. With the encouragement of others, Jeremiahs music career picked up momentum and his personal ministry soon began to develop around his God-given talent.

Jeremiah independently released his first album in May of 2005 which sold over 400 copies. He has performed at churches, coffeehouses, festivals, fundraiser events and has toured Ireland with John Brown University's Cathedral Choir in Summer of 2005, steadily building up a dedicated following of youth as well as adult fans.

Jeremiah is an avid gospel singer/songwriter with over 40 original songs in his catalog. He is currently working on a much anticipated sophomore project and is available for bookings. Jeremiah welcomes the opportunity to support your ministry and has solid references of his personal ministry. Please contact us about your event, for songwriting collaboration, networking and as a prayer partner.

In all things, and especially his music, Jeremiah seeks to glorify and worship God. For more check out Jeremiahrich.com Photos courtesy of Jeremiah Rich.

"The first thing you'll notice is Jeremiah's unique ability to make his guitar come alive, but it's his lyrics and melodies that will capture you as he sings of the greatness of God. As you listen, you'll find yourself focusing on the Lord, absorbing truth, and affirming the awesome presence of God's Holy Spirit in worship. Jeremiah's music has a strong appeal to worshippers of all ages."
-Reece Watson, Pastor of Worship & Music, First Baptist Church of Siloam Springs, AR

"Jeremiah Rich combines the creative acoustic stylings of a seasoned guitarist with touching and emotional lyrics straight from his heart."
-Bryan Johns, Asst. Program Director, 101.1 KLRC FM

Jared Wagner, (Fall 2005-Present)
Country Music Artist/NBC's Most Talented Kid/Singer & Songwriter

Jared Wagner has been performing professionally for eight years and has not yet reached the peak of his career. His portfolio contains many incredible events, including over 500 concerts performed before thousands of people, travels around the United States, spot lights on televisions (ABC & NBC) and radio. Jared has been training for the music industry and performing arts since he was three years old. His first professional performances were at age seven and with the help of his parents started his own business at age eight. In the beginning Jared performed locally in his hometown of Newport, Washington (State) singing songs from popular country artists. In 1997 Jared released his first album, Starting Young, which was locally recorded and produced. Don't Grow Up Too Fast, Jared's second album was recorded at a studio in Priest Lake, Idaho and released in 2000. In 2003 at age 14 Jared began writing songs for his best and newest work. After two years Jared Wagner was released in 2004. It is a three-song press album. Jared wrote the three songs and he became the youngest members of ASCAP. He working directly working with Aaron Pacentine on this area of entertainment with VideosForFamily.com

--Aaron Pacentine of the VideosForFamily.com web site had the honor of giving this gifted and talented young man, Jared Wagner his very FIRST internet audio interview that was published on the Internet. Check out Jared's 1st interview on the internet here today!--