Episode 06 | Elisée Junior St. Preux: The Tropic Sun and His Eyes

Episode 06 | Elisée Junior St. Preux: The Tropic Sun and His Eyes

The new episode of Where the Light Lands, hosted by Jason A. Coombs [www.jasonacoombs.com], is out now featuring filmmaker Elisée Junior St. Preux. Recorded at Spring Studios during the 2026 Tribeca Festival, this conversation explores his feature film debut The Tropic Sun and His Eyes, from writing and directing to shooting the film on location in Haiti, and why it was essential for him to authentically uplift his community through this story. He also reflects on what it meant to premiere the film at Tribeca and share this work on such a major international stage! The film received a Special Mention Award at the Tribeca Film Festival and is produced by Elisée Junior St. Preux, Naturi Naughton-Lewis, and Two Lewis, and continues to earn attention for its storytelling and vision. Please support Elisée Junior St. Preux: Support Elisée on⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram Here⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/eliseethecinephile/?hl=en] Get updates on the Film Here [https://www.instagram.com/thetropicsunmovie/?hl=en] Please support your host: Where the Light Lands: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wherethelightlandspod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://wherethelightlandspod.com] Where the Light Lands Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod] Jason A. Coombs Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs [https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Episode 05 | Queer Coded Chaos: Our Favorite LGBTQ+ Horror Characters with Mark J. Parker

Episode 5 of Where the Light Lands, hosted by Jason A. Coombs [www.jasonacoombs.com], is here and she is an absolute scream! This Pride Month, we are diving deep into the shadows with the incredible Mark J. Parker, filmmaker, actor, writer, and host of the Release Date Rewind podcast, for a gloriously queer, gloriously chaotic conversation about our favorite LGBTQIA+ and queer coded horror characters. We are talking horror classics such as Scream, Psycho, Hellraiser (2022), A Nightmare on Elm Street 2, and Interview with the Vampire, plus indie gems such as Swallowed, What Keeps You Alive, and Family History, among many others. From the subtly coded to the deliciously iconic, we are celebrating the queer DNA woven through the horror genre and having an absolute blast doing it! Whether you are a horror obsessive, a proud member of the community, or just someone who knows the gay best friend always deserved better, this episode is for you. Hit play, scream a little, and happy Pride! Please support Mark J. Parker: Support Mark on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram Here⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/mjp_pov] Check out Mark's podcast, ⁠Release Date Rewind Here ⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@releasedaterewind] Check out Mark's film ⁠"Family History" here⁠ [https://youtu.be/-ZP0MCaStIY?si=kPlqZ28J8lLZSLc4] Check out Mark's film⁠ "Twin" here⁠ [https://youtu.be/o348J-ZA0Fk?si=Oq-Vfh25XHJSN9ah] Check out Mark's film ⁠"Last Summer" here⁠ [https://youtu.be/EXvk7y73DE8?si=ETZ5_t8AgFd8LIXA] Please support your host: Where the Light Lands: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wherethelightlandspod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://wherethelightlandspod.com] Where the Light Lands Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod] Jason A. Coombs Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs [https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Episode 04 | Julia Knitel: Just Getting Started

This week on Where the Light Lands, Jason A. Coombs [www.jasonAcoombs.com] sits down with Tony Award nominee Julia Knitel, currently starring in the Broadway hit Operation Mincemeat. Julia takes us behind the curtain of an unforgettable Broadway season, sharing what it was really like to become a Tony nominee and step onto one of theater's biggest stages at the Tony Awards. The conversation explores why Operation Mincemeat is the most challenging role of her career, the precision and stamina required to navigate the show's whirlwind of characters and quick changes, and the lessons she's learned along the way. Julia also shares a memorable piece of advice from acclaimed Tony Award winner Beth Leavel about keeping her dancer background under wraps, and how that unexpected guidance shaped her journey in the industry. From Broadway dreams to career-defining moments, this episode is an inspiring look at perseverance, artistry, and finding your place in the spotlight. Join us for another illuminating conversation on Where the Light Lands. Please support Julia Knitel: Support Julia on⁠ ⁠Instagram Here [https://www.instagram.com/JuliaKnitel] Get tickets to Operation Mincemeat Here⁠⁠ [https://operationbroadway.com/tickets/] Check out the Trans Masc Choir Here⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/transmascchoirnyc/] Please support your host: Where the Light Lands: ⁠⁠⁠https://wherethelightlandspod.com⁠⁠⁠ [https://wherethelightlandspod.com] Where the Light Lands Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod] Jason A. Coombs Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs [https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Episode 03 | Alex Arlotta: Gotta Start Somewhere

Episode 3 of Where the Light Lands, hosted by Jason A. Coombs⁠ [https://www.jasonacoombs.com], shines a light on musician and actor Alex Arlotta and the journey behind creating his debut album, Gotta Start Somewhere. In this uplifting and insightful conversation, Alex shares what it means to take a chance on yourself, embrace collaboration, and trust your creative instincts. From bringing an album to life to building meaningful artistic partnerships, Alex opens up about the power of creating your own opportunities and why you do not have to do it alone. Whether you're an artist, a dreamer, or someone looking for a little inspiration, this is a conversation filled with heart, honesty, and encouragement. Stream the episode now and discover why sometimes you just have to start somewhere. Please support Alex Arlotta: Check out Alex's ⁠Website Here⁠ [%20joymachinerecords.com/artists/gottastartsomewhere%20] Support Alex on⁠ Instagram Here⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/Alex.Arlotta] Check out the Non profit ⁠Liminal Theatre Collective Here⁠ [liminaltheatre.org] Please support your host: Where the Light Lands: ⁠⁠https://wherethelightlandspod.com⁠⁠ [https://wherethelightlandspod.com] Where the Light Lands Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod] Jason A. Coombs Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs [https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Episode 02 | Stephen Cofield Jr. : A Seed's A Star

On this episode of Where the Light Lands, Jason A. Coombs [www.jasonacoombs.com] sits down with actor Stephen Cofield Jr. for a fun, thoughtful, and inspiring conversation about the real work behind building a career as a working actor. Stephen opens up about booking roles on New York City filmed shows including Younger, Manifest, and Only Murders in the Building, stepping into the horror world with his iconic appearance in Terrifier 3, written and directed by Damien Leone, and working in the indie film space on The Geechee Witch: A Boo Hag Story, directed by Jeremiah Kipp and now streaming on Tubi. Together, they talk about diligence, craft, staying grounded, and why being a good person still matters in this industry. It’s a great listen, full of heart, honesty, and plenty of laughs. Be sure to check it out and support Stephen Cofield Jr.! Please support Stephen Cofield Jr. Check out Stephen's Website Here [tr.ee/AQxDCu] Support Stephen on Instagram Here [www.instagram.com/stephencofieldjr/%E2%81%A0] Check out the Non profit Foster Care Unplugged Here [https://www.fostercareunplugged.org/] Please support your host. Where the Light Lands: ⁠https://wherethelightlandspod.com⁠ [https://wherethelightlandspod.com] Where the Light Lands Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod] Jason A. Coombs Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs [https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]