Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar

About Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar

Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar is an extension of Mr. Elyachar's website: Jake's Take. The podcast features conversations with guests from across the entertainment and lifestyle industries. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

Jacob Elyachar

Category

news

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

4 Nov 2019

Latest episode

15 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

546 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Oct 2026

   Troop Williams & Eli Watkins PREVIEW The 2026 Atlanime Fest | JTWJE EP 452

   It is a privilege to welcome Atlanime Fest founder Tolden “Troop” Williams and CMO and Managing Partner Eli Watkins to the Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Atlanime Fest celebrates Black identity and expression through anime. For a generation of Black fans raised on Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, and Atlanta rap, anime was never just something they watched. It shaped how they dress, how they talk, and the music they make. Atlanime Fest puts that culture on the main stage: cosplay next to streetwear, anime openings next to trap beats, and Black artists, animators, and creators telling their own stories. It's a space built by the community it serves, in the city that has shaped hip-hop for decades. The festival grew out of Trap Sushi, the Atlanta party that Tolden and Stephanie Williams founded in 2020. The first event drew 25 people. Within three years, Trap Sushi was drawing crowds of around 2,500, made up of Black anime fans, gamers, and creators who hadn't found a home at traditional conventions. In October 2025, the first Atlanime Fest brought more than 3,500 people to Center Parc Stadium. This year, it became a full weekend. This year’s Atlanime Fest will run from Thursday, October 15 to Sunday, October 18, and will take place at Monday Night Garage (on Thursday, Friday, and Sunday). Meanwhile, Saturday’s festivities will take place at the Underground Atlanta. Funny Marco and Pudgieee will host the main stage activities and performers such as Slim Jxmmi, Proper Frequency, Troop Brand, and Super-Duper Kyle are expected to take the main stage.   In addition to performances, attendees can see jaw-dropping anime-wrapped cars, JDM classics, and custom rides at the Car Show Showcase. Gamers can compete at Sole Play-presented Gaming Lounge, while attendees can explore Artist Alley and vendor booths.  The weekend will conclude on Sunday with a two-hour Celebrity Soccer Game and a massive closing party. On this episode of The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Troop and Eli shared Atlanime Fest’s origin story, how this festival stands out in the convention circuit, and previewed the Celebrity Soccer Game. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

2. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Buzz Lear TALKS ‘House Detectives’ & Vertical Entertainment | JTWJE EP 451

   It is a pleasure to welcome Buzz Lear to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast! Buzz is the creator and host of The Vertical Buzz, a weekly media platform dedicated exclusively to the rapidly growing world of vertical entertainment.  A veteran television host, actor, voice artist, and media professional with decades of experience in front of the camera, Buzz has appeared in more than 40 vertical drama productions while interviewing many of the industry’s most influential creators,  executives, producers, directors, actors, and innovators. As Hollywood undergoes one of its biggest storytelling shifts since the rise of streaming,  Buzz offers a unique insider’s perspective on how mobile-first entertainment,  creator-driven storytelling, and new distribution models are reshaping the future of film and television. Through The Vertical Buzz, Buzz has built relationships across the entire vertical entertainment landscape—from streaming platforms and studios to producers, directors, actors, writers, investors, technology companies, and industry organizations—giving him a broad view of one of the fastest-growing sectors in entertainment. Buzz enjoys conversations that help audiences understand not only where the entertainment industry is today, but where it’s headed. Drawing on decades of experience in television, hosting, acting, and media, he connects emerging trends with real-world stories from the people building this new entertainment ecosystem. On this episode of The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Buzz Lear shares lessons he learned on the sets of Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and House Detectives; gives us the 4-1-1 on vertical entertainment; and shares some of The Vertical Buzz’s most viral interviews. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

3. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Öwnboss & Scorsi TALK Immersed | JTWJE EP 450!

   A Note from Jacob: It is hard to believe that this is the 450th  milestone episode of The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast!  Thank you to all my incredible guests who took time out of their schedules to share their stories with my audience and the amazing publicists who trusted my platform.  I also want to thank you, my loyal listeners, for listening and watching each episode!  Cheers to another 450 episodes! It is an honor to welcome the musical project Immersed as guests for the 450th episode!   Immersed is made up of producers and recording artists Öwnboss & Scorsi! The project emerged organically from the creative partnership between the two producers, who first collaborated under the Öwnboss & Scorsi name on their remix of Nari & Milani’s “Atom (https://soundcloud.com/weareimmersed/nari-milani-atom-immersed-remix).” The remix quickly gained traction within the electronic community and entered the sets of artists including Steve Angello, where it remained a fixture for years. What began as a single collaboration soon revealed a deeper creative alignment, leading the pair to develop Immersed as a dedicated project built around groove, atmosphere, and a distinct sonic identity. The project has continued to gain momentum throughout 2026, recently taking the duo to New York City for a promotional run that included meetings at iHeartRadio headquarters, multiple on-camera interviews, and a pop-up DJ performance aboard the converted City Soul school bus, previously performed on by artists including Skrillex, Fred Again, and Four Tet. Beyond Immersed, both artists have established themselves as prominent figures within global electronic music. Öwnboss is widely recognized for his breakout hit “Move Your Body (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfiYPq7-M3E),” which has surpassed 200 million streams worldwide and ranked as the fourth most-played track globally in 2022, according to 1001Tracklists. His music has been released on major labels including Spinnin’ Records, Monstercat, and Tiësto’s Musical Freedom, and he has performed at festivals such as Tomorrowland, Lollapalooza, Rock in Rio, Creamfields, and Ushuaïa Ibiza. Scorsi brings more than two decades of electronic music experience, with roots in drum & bass and a career spanning underground credibility and mainstream success, including releases and collaborations with artists such as ALOK, NGHTMRE, Autograf, and Tropkillaz. On this milestone episode of The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Öwnboss & Scorsi shared how they started Immersed, the stories behind some of their most streamed Spotify songs, and where they see the future of EDM. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Who has been a guest on Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar

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• Michael Lazar
• Mark Christie
• James Sunshine
• Maya Kuriel
• Scott Herman

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

66,381

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.4 / 5

20 ratings

Spotify

4.3 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 74 / 100

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Quality

98

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

51

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