By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com She’s back! Longtime AGT judge Heidi Klum rejoined the show and filled in for series creator Simon Cowell, as he is recovering from back surgery. She reunited with fellow show veterans Howie Mandel, Mel B, and Sofia Vergara at the Judges’ Desk! For many longtime fans of the NBC talent competition, […]
Jake’s Take Podcast – Michael Valdes
September 7, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a thrill to welcome actor, activist, author, content creator, and singer Michael Valdes to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Michael Valdes is a New York–based actor–singer, writer, theatre-maker, and multidisciplinary storyteller creating original work across stage, screen, and digital media centered on the Jewish lived experience. A […]
Jake’s Take’s New Music Reviews: Week of September 4, 2026
September 3, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Welcome to the latest edition of Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar’s New Music Reviews! We got a lot of new music to unpack, so let’s start this party! I Must Be Dreaming by Alabama Shakes Alabama Shakes are back! Lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Brittany Howard, bassist Zac Cockrell, […]
Jake’s AGT Take – Kenan Thompson Guest Judges
September 1, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com UPI reported that Saturday Night Live icon Kenan Thompson is filling in for Simon Cowell, while the Got Talent creator is recovering from back surgery. This is not the first time Kenan has filled in for Simon; longtime AGT fans know that the All That alum was a guest judge in […]
Jake’s Take Podcast – James Sismanes Returns (2026)
August 31, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a thrill to welcome back one of Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar’s original guests, the impeccable James Sismanes, to the podcast! James Sismanes is an award-winning audio and visual storyteller from Melbourne, Australia. A small business owner by day (ImagiWorks Agency, Vision One Technologies) and a full-time creative by night, […]
Jake’s Take’s New Music Reviews: Week of August 28, 2026
August 27, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Happy New Music Friday, everyone! We got a lot of new music to unpack, so let’s start this party! Hermoso by Benny Blanco Producer and songwriter Benny Blanco has found success crafting blockbuster smashes for Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, Maroon 5, and Rihanna. Now, the “Call Me When You Break […]
Jake’s AGT Take – The Second Season 21 Live Performances
August 25, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last week, America’s Got Talent (AGT) started its live portion of Season 21! Fan favorites such as Luke Taleno and Royal Lasers rose to the occasion and were sent through to the Season 21 semifinals. Former standouts such as Ashford Sanders, Cris Sosa, James & Marina, and the Jesse White Tumbling […]
Jake’s Take Podcast – Mike Manning Returns!
August 24, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is an honor to welcome two-time Emmy-winning actor and producer Mike Manning back to the Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Television audiences first met Mike when he joined the cast of MTV’s legendary Reality TV series, The Real World: D.C. After completing filming, he dove into the entertainment industry. […]
Jake’s Take Podcast – Stephen Anderson
August 21, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a privilege to welcome journalist Stephen Anderson to the Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Stephen is the co-founder and Chief Political Reporter of FRWD AXIS News. Like most media organizations, FRWD AXIS News keeps up with the times in entertainment, current events, and other sections found in most […]
AGT: Season 21 Goes LIVE!
August 18, 2026 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com For the first time this season, America’s Got Talent (AGT) went LIVE! Tonight, 11 acts competed for America’s votes. Which acts rose to the occasion? Did any acts receive an X from the judges (series creator Simon Cowell, Mel B, Howie Mandel, and Sofia Vergara)? Listen on to find out! Tomorrow […]
