Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar

It is a privilege to welcome celebrity chef Charity Morgan to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Chef Charity is a best-selling author, chef, and vegan lifestyle advocate. Holding a culinary degree from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, she has spent her professional life offering people a panoramic view of what it means to live a plant-based lifestyle. With over 15 years of pro...

It is a privilege to welcome singer-songwriter Kelsie Watts to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast .   Born into a musical family, the Lubbock, Texas native developed her powerful vocals and artistry as a child. Her two musically talented parents encouraged Kelsie to pursue her craft after hearing her sing for the first time at two years old. Growing up performing in church and as the lead...

It is a privilege to welcome actor, filmmaker, and producer Michael Nardelli to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Michael made his professional acting debut as Stradivarius Helberg on the TV show Quintuplets. He then co-starred in the independent film The Derby Stallion opposite Zac Efron and the comedy Grassroots with Jason Biggs. Soon after, Michael portrayed a lovesick teenager in...

It is a pleasure to welcome singer-songwriter Barbara Nadas to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Barbara is not just another emerging artist. Her unique sound defies the boundaries of pop-soul music. Her journey began at 14, singing in cover bands.  This experience allowed her to masterfully blend various music genres, from blues and rock to pop and disco.  Her inspiration comes from...

It is a privilege to welcome the fabulous Lonita Cook to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Lonita is a creative producer, film critic, and arts advocate who creates narrative content such as movies and series focusing on midlife coming-of-age tales and watching movies and series of all sorts and chats about them for television advocates. She also contributes to Kansas City’s KCTV5’s My...

It is a joy to welcome back one of my dear podcasting friends, Paige of Most Likely Podcast and the Queen of Challenge TikTok, back to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Her podcast Most Likely recaps several top Reality TV shows such as The Amazing Race , Ink Master , Survivor, Vanderpump Rules , and The Challenge . On her podcast, she has also welcomed several cast members to her pla...

It is a pleasure to welcome the Dream Eaters to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Calgary Vocalist Elizabeth LeBaron met Boston singer-songwriter Jake Zavracky when they worked at a bar in the Gowanus neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York.  The duo formed the Dream Eaters in 2014 and since then, they have evolved from a dream pop band into a full-on video art project with an extensive ca...

I am very excited to welcome back singer, rapper, and streaming personality Alicia G to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast!   A Buffalo, New York native, Alicia G, made her worldwide debut when her family appeared on the defunct ABC Reality TV series Wife Swap. The episode made headlines when the producers had twisted Alicia’s story – portraying unorthodox and irrevocably damaging defamat...

It is a privilege to welcome Chef Dave White to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Born in the United Kingdom, Chef White boasts over seven years of experience as a Head Chef, emphasizing his plating, flavor, and presentation expertise. His culinary journey is intertwined with a passion for adventure, evident in his participation in pro skiing competitions; Mount Everest climbs, and sk...

It is a pleasure to welcome singer Mandy Rose to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Mandy is a singer and rapper from Richmond, Virginia. Her journey from composing music on the piano at the age of 8 to becoming a rising star is genuinely captivating. Her story took an unconventional twist when she worked as an exotic dancer in Richmond to fund her dream of pursuing music full-time.  ...

It is a pleasure to welcome A Short Walk to Pluto to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.    The band consists of lead vocalist Emma Armstrong, lead guitarist Max Kaiser, bassist and backing vocalist Danny Moriana, and drummer and percussionist Jake Biggs. It was formed in 2018 and has developed a massive social media presence through TikTok and Instagram, where it regularly debuts origina...

It is a privilege to welcome Clare Bowen and Brandon Robert Young, also known as Bowen * Young,  to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast!   With haunting and ethereal songs that masterfully delve into the depths of ferocious love, heartbreaking loss, and steadfast hope. The duo released their debut album, Us, earlier this year. It unveils a unique style of music the couple has dubbed “Cinem...

The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast just hit its 300th episode!! Before we start, I want to thank every guest who has appeared on the podcast and every PR and management team I have worked with who trusted my brand. I want to thank my friends and family who have supported my podcasting journey. Finally, I want to thank you – the listeners!  Thank you for listening or watching the podcast....

Author’s Note: Due to the severity of the hot topics that Sloan and I discussed on the podcast that are towards mental health, if you or anyone you know are dealing with a mental health crisis, visit the Mental Health Hotline website or call 9-8-8. It is a privilege to welcome pop culture expert, content creator, and investigative journalist Sloan Hooks to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podca...

It is a pleasure to welcome actor Jonathan Stoddard to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast! Jonathan is an award-winning actor best known for his leading-man roles in Christmas romantic comedies such as A Prince and Pauper Christmas , in which he plays both Prince Alexander and Patrick, A Royal Christmas on Ice , and Furry Little Christmas .   His versatility as a cross-genre leading man p...

It is a pleasure to welcome singer-songwriter and guitarist Danielia Cotton to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Danielia is a New York City-based Americana/Roots Rook artist. She grew up nurturing her natural musical gifts in rural Hopewell, New Jersey, where she was one of only a half dozen Black kids in school. After being the first woman in her family to graduate college, she cont...

It is a pleasure to welcome actress Chantal Nchako to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast . Chantal Nchako's journey from her hometown in Cameroon to the University of Southern California (USC) on a full scholarship is a testament to her determination and talent. Her graduation was marked by the prestigious Ava Greenwald Memorial Scholarship for outstanding MFA Actor at USC. Chantal's succ...

It is a pleasure to welcome director Daniel Roemer to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Daniel has over 20 years of experience writing and directing film and TV shows. After growing up in Mansfield, Ohio, he moved to Los Angeles to attend the University of Southern California.  Two years after arriving in LA, he took a writing and directing position at Muse Productions and developed h...

It is a pleasure to welcome award-winning filmmaker and entrepreneur Gene Blalock to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.   Gene is renowned for his significant contributions to the film industry, particularly in the realms of drama, horror, and fantasy. He is a founder of Seraph Films and has established himself as a prominent figure in the cinematic world, known for his unique storytelli...

It is a pleasure to welcome singer-songwriter Nikitaa to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast .  Nikitaa is a Los Angeles-based recording artist born and raised in India. They infuse their music with ethereal Pop/R&B influences and their South Asian heritage, creating what they call Goddess Pop – music that emphasizes the fluidity of gender and emotional expression. As a genderfluid dem...

It is a pleasure to welcome DJ Ashton Martin, one of my longtime friends, back to the J ake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar  platform and, for the first time, to the podcast.  Ashton differs from your average DJ in his ability to turn each performance into an epic party. Having grown up in the industry and began his music education at a young age, Ashton captures crowds with an immense music repertoire...

It is an honor and privilege to welcome author and illustrator Rick Stasi to  The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.  Rick and I first met at the first Planet Comicon Kansas City in 1999 at the defunct Overland Park International Trade Center, and every time I attend the convention, his booth is one of my first stops. He has credits with DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Charlton Comics, and NOW Com...

It is a privilege to welcome actress, singer-songwriter, and model Nina Bergman to T he Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast .  Born in Denmark, Nina is the granddaughter of Russia’s most outstanding actor, Pavel Kadochnikov. She spent her early childhood traveling around Europe with her Russian Gypsy grandparents. At 14, she received a scholarship to the musical theatre Urdang Academy in Londo...

The  Canada’s Got Talent (CGT)  finale is tomorrow!   Eight acts will compete for the $1 million prize. Singer Natalie Morris is one of the acts competing for the $1 million prize. The Toronto Maple Leafs anthem singer blew the audience and the CGT judges (Howie Mandel, Trish Stratus, Kardinal Offishall, and Lilly Singh) away with her powerful cover of Brandi Carlilie’s “The Joke.”  Her performanc...

It is a pleasure to welcome singer-songwriter Jeffrey James to  The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.  Jeffrey is a Nashville-based musician known for his captivating style and unique sound.  He released several singles, including the UK Top 5 dance track "Breakout" with Dave Audé.  His music has been featured in popular TV shows and films such as All-American, Criminal Minds, iZombie, Jack...