Jake's Take on Entertainment & Pop Culture
By: Jacob Elyachar The 2013 MTV Movie Awards kicked off with a bang as host Rebel Wilson reunited with the Pitch Perfect crew to perform a medley of their signature songs from the hit film. For her opening monologue, the Australian comedienne … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Jackie Robinson is a baseball legend. From his humble start at the Kansas City Monarchs, he became the first African-American to break baseball’s color line as a member of the Montreal Royals but more notably…. the Brooklyn … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Everyone has heard of Gleeks, Twi-hards and Trekkies. But have you heard of Bronies? Bronies are older fans of the children’s series, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. I recently had the chance to learn more about … [Continue reading]
Lazaro Arbos has become this season’s Sanjaya Malakar. The Naples, Florida singer has defied the American Idol odds and has landed in last week’s Top Three. Arbos’ high placement may have pleased his fans but has frustrated and angered many … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Everyone’s favorite nanny has flown into Kansas City. The 22nd longest-running show in Broadway history will enchant audiences of all ages for eight performances at the Music Hall. If longtime fans of the 1964 film think … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Tomorrow, film fans will congregate at the Alamo Drafthouse in Kansas City to see over 113 movies in a span of five days (April 10-14, 2013). Out of all the movies that will be shown at this event, here are several films that … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Two years ago, Utah-based fitness trainer Drew Manning began a journey to inspired people all around the world to get into shape. His excursion from fit to fat and back to fit again evolved into a successful fitness brand … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Fans had an incredible time attending Planet Comicon this year! As the last purchases are made and fans start to exit Bartle Hall, here is a countdown on the six reasons why fans loved attending Planet Comicon 2013. #6: … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Planet Comicon starts tomorrow at Bartle Hall in Kansas City. In order to help participants have a memorable experience at Planet Comicon, jakes-take.com has 10 items that are a must for pop culture fans of all ages. #10: … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar The legendary and celebrated film critic Roger Ebert has lost his battle with cancer. Mr. Ebert was born in Urbana, Illinois on June 18, 1942 to Annabel and Walter H. Ebert. He slowly began to fall in love with … [Continue reading]
