“American Idol” wraps up Season 13 auditions in Omaha

The American Idol 2014 crew

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com So far this season, new judge Harry Connick, Jr. and Idol veterans Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban have traveled the country looking for the next superstar! Their adventures have taken them to Boston, Atlanta, … [Continue reading]

“American Idol” visits Salt Lake City

Three people seated, engaging in conversation.

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com The fifth night of Idol auditions traveled to Salt Lake City. So far, nearly 100 wannabe superstars impressed Harry Connick, Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban and earned their Golden Tickets to … [Continue reading]

The Five Question Challenge with Danny Parkins

The Drive Danny Parkins and Carrington Harrison

  By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a pleasure to welcome back 610 Sports Radio personality Danny Parkins to Jake’s Take. Since the last time he visited, The Danny Parkins Show evolved into The Drive.  The transition has not only … [Continue reading]

“Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off”: Game Day Edition!

Rachael and Guy in a playful cook-off.

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off traveled to the Super Bowl!! Well…not exactly! The six remaining celebrities (Herschel Walker, Vanilla Ice, Tiffany, Penn Jillette, Judy Gold and Florence Henderson) were … [Continue reading]

Daft Punk, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis shine at the 2014 Grammy Awards

Two men in stylish suits at an awards ceremony.

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It’s the biggest night in music! For the past 55 years, the greats have gathered together to celebrate the brightest and talented artists in the recording industry. Multiple artists including Carlos … [Continue reading]

The Most Memorable Grammy Performances of the 2000s…So Far!

Singer performing passionately on stage.

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com I love the Grammys!  I have been watching music’s biggest night for the past 13 years. Tomorrow evening, several of the biggest names in music ranging from Top 40 sweethearts Beyoncé, Katy Perry and Lorde to … [Continue reading]

The Five Question Challenge with “The Drive’s” Carrington Harrison

The Drive Danny Parkins and Carrington Harrison

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It’s 2:00 p.m. on a weekday afternoon and like a majority of Kansas Citians, I change my radio to 610 AM Sports Radio to listen to The Drive. For four hours, The Drive’s co-hosts Danny Parkins and … [Continue reading]

Catching Up with Micah Lacerte & Diana Chaloux Lacerte

WBFF 2014 Kansas City

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com If there was an award for the most inspirational couple in the fitness world, it would go to HitchFit co-founders and WBFF (World Beauty Fitness and Fashion) Pros Micah Lacerte and his wife, Diana Chaloux … [Continue reading]

“American Idol” heads to Motor City

Judges sitting at the American Idol desk.

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com So far, 79 up-and-coming artists have been invited by American Idol judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick, Jr to Hollywood to see if they are the next superstar! Tonight, the show traveled to … [Continue reading]

A Night at the Theatre: Sister Act The Musical

Nuns performing on stage with enthusiasm.

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Four years ago, I was in London studying at the Syracuse University satellite campus. Among many of the shows that I saw at the West End was Sister Act-the Musical at the London Palladium. I remember watching … [Continue reading]

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