Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar

America’s Got Talent (AGT): Season 21 Judges’ Auditions returned after its Fourth of July celebration! Since the Judges’ Auditions began, the entire on-air team (Host Terry Crews, Judges Howie Mandel, Mel B, Sofia Vergara & show creator Simon Cowell) has raced each other to award acts the Golden Buzzer, which entitled the recipients a spot in the Season 21 Live Shows.   Before the episode aire...

It is a privilege to welcome the iconic deaf swimmer and Reality TV personality Matt Klotz as a guest on The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Matt discovered his passion for swimming at an early age and went on to compete for Louisiana State University.  He went on to make his debut in the 2013 Summer Deaflympics in Bulgaria, where he claimed two gold medals in the men’s 100m and 200m ba...

Liam, who is known as the Masked Singer Homie, makes his first appearance on T he Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast! He is a content creator, podcast host, and blogger from the UK who has been doing content online for over a year. Liam was inspired to do it after watching other content creators online review some of the shows he was interested in. On this live edition of The Jake's Take with...

A Note from Jacob:  Portions of this podcast feature clips from films and live broadcasts. I do not own any of these clips. These clips are the property of their respective owners.   Happy Birthday, America!   To commemorate our nation’s 250th birthday and the 95th anniversary of its recognition as the official National Anthem of the United States, Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar is revealing the...

It is a privilege to welcome Beaver Fleming to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Starting out in Knoxville, Tennessee, Beaver has traveled all over the world competing and winning events at skateboarding’s highest level. He creates multiple world tricks and is an official touring cast member of the Nitro Circus! With a heart and passion for helping others live their dreams, he frequen...

America’s Got Talent (AGT) is in the process of its search for its latest $1 million winner!   During the first three weeks of the Season 21 Judges Auditions, the judges (Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Howie Mandel, and Mel B) have fought at times to give acts the Golden Buzzer. So far, the former Deal or No Deal host has used both his Golden Buzzers on rapper Luke Taleno and magician troupe Hundred...

It is a privilege to welcome singer-songwriter Alanna Sterling to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Hailing from Montreal, Alanna Sterling is a gender fluid artist who advocates for mental illness and the LGBTQ+ community. Battling bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD, Sterling’s music has always been a vessel for self-expression used to navigate life’s adversities. Unbound by one ge...

It is a privilege to welcome recording artist Vince Montage to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. At just 20 years old, Vince has already written over 500 songs and collaborated with heavyweights like Polo G and Scott Storch (Credits include 50 Cent, Dr. Dre, and Beyoncé), but nothing he's made has been quite like this. On May 8th, he released "Fleeting," his debut single and the opening...

Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar is commemorating Pride Month! According to Britannica, “Pride Month commemorates years of struggle for civil rights and the ongoing pursuit of equal justice under the law for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community, as well as the accomplishments of LGBTQ individuals!   I am delighted to welcome singer-songwriter Abby Nissenbaum to the Jake’s Ta...

It is a privilege to welcome Rebecca Roberts and Kurt Szarka to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Rebecca began her career as a singer and a dancer for Katherine Jenkins’ Believe: Live from the O2 concert. She started in shorts such as Always at Home and Altered Memories before moving on to films such as Pompeii and Life. Rebecca also lent her voice as various characters in the Assass...

America’s Got Talent (AGT) is back with its twenty-first search for talent!     Last week, host Terry Crews and judges Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Howie Mandel, and Mel B held court at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium for the first set of Judges’ Auditions. For the first time ever,  3 GOLDEN BUZZERS were handed out on the Season Premiere!   Tonight, another group of hopefuls auditioned for the chanc...

It’s a Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar EXCLUSIVE! Union Station Kansas City welcomed an international exhibition just in time for its participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.  They are the hosts of the North American Premiere of The Berlin Wall. A World Divided.   Presented by Chase, this exhibition offers a timely opportunity to reflect on freedom, division, and human stories of the Cold War tha...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!   America’s Got Talent (AGT) is back for its twenty-first season! Host Terry Crews and judges Simon Cowell (who celebrates ten years at the Judges’ Desk), Sofia Vergara, Howie Mandel, and Mel B are looking for the next big act in America!  For the first time ever, the Season 21 Premiere handed out  THREE GOLDEN BUZZERS! Which acts received the coveted life...

America’s Got Talent (AGT) is celebrating its 21st season! Judges Simon Cowell, Sofía Vergara, Howie Mandel, and Mel B, alongside host Terry Crews, will return for the 21st search for the million-dollar talent on June 2 on NBC and Peacock. To commemorate the 21st season, Jake’s take with Jacob Elyachar is taking a retrospective on the 21 auditions that changed the NBC talent competition forever: 1...

May is Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM), which annually celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans to the United States.   As JAHM concludes, I am very excited that singers, songwriters, and bandmates Max Bartos & Jake Kitchin are the final guests on this Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar special series!   Max is New York’s resident motherfolker! His folk and Ame...

Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar acknowledges Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM). Mental Health America was established this observance in May 1949 to increase awareness of mental health issues, reduce stigma, celebrate recovery, and provide resources for individuals and communities.   I am thrilled to welcome Sean Martin as this year’s MHAM special guest. Sean is the executive producer, guitaris...

I am very excited to launch a very special series for  Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast . May is Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM), which annually celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans to the United States.   It is a privilege to welcome Margarita Lyadova as the fourth guest on my JAHM special series. Margarita hosts the People Jew Wanna Know Podcast. Th...

I am very excited to launch a very special series for Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar. May is Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM), which annually celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans to the United States.   I am honored to welcome my dear friend and mentor, Joanne J-Bird Phillips, to the podcast. I first met J-Bird in New York City through our mutual friend and...

I am very excited to launch a very special series for  Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast . May is Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM), which annually celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans to the United States.   There are no words to describe how ecstatic I am to welcome back Ethan Zohn for a third time!  Ethan became a household name when he first appeared...

I am very excited to launch a very special series for Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. May is Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM), which annually celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans to the United States.    Throughout the month, I will welcome some incredible content creators, podcast hosts, performers, a Reality TV Legend, and a dear mentor who are mak...

A Note from Jacob: Since my conversation with Matt, the 2026 Janice Jam at Sony Hall is OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT!   I am thrilled to welcome back my friend, actor Matt DeAngelis, to Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar for an exclusive conversation!   Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Matt grew up on showtunes and Boston sports. Matt studied theatre at the University of Southern Maine and The Boston Co...

It is a pleasure to welcome Tony Kieraldo to the Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Tony is a world-renowned pianist, composer, and musical director, known for his work with Postmodern Jukebox, musical director for Celebrate the Beat in Colorado, and a music teaching artist with the National Dance Institute in New York.  In August 2025, he released Golden Keys. This project reimagined Jame...

It is a privilege to welcome Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Alvin Garrett to the Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, the Grammy-nominated Alvin Garrett is commanding the attention of hearts and minds with his transcendent artistry. With a 25-year career defined by musical brilliance, lyrical depth, and cultural impact, he unveils the next chapter in his...

It is a privilege to welcome Chicago-born producer, rapper, singer, and songwriter Vi City to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   He got his start at the Midwest city’s storied Wild Hundreds, a proving ground that shaped his raw, reflective sound and entrepreneurial mindset. Blending lived truth with elevated ambition, Vi’s music captures both the weight of his origins and the clarity o...

A Note from Jacob: Welcome to the 425th episode of Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast!  When I started this platform back in November 2019, I did not know that this journey would take me to interview authors, Emmy-winning actors and journalists, Grammy-winning producers, independent recording artists, my fellow podcasters, Reality TV legends, and social media influencers. Thank you to all my...