Why No One Assumes You're Talented...and What To Do About It (ft. Grace Aki!)

The Best (and Worst) Movies of Summer 2025 (Ranking + Awards)

Jake saw 23 new feature films in theatres this summer, so you don’t have to. Join him to count down, analyze, and award the best and worst films of Summer 2025! If you’re looking for recommendations on what to stream, curious if Clown in a Cornfield is actually good (it was), and dive into how Mission Impossible did the impossible: be bad.Thank you for listening, watching, liking, and following!Get everything else: https://www.legroomshow.com/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@legroomshow Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Uz86J8UuKNqCuG2LAIT9M?si=8cad02bc78c841c7 Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/lakejebo/ Follow Jake: https://www.instagram.com/jake.lebo🕒 Chapter TimesIntro: 00:00:00 – 00:06:18Rating System: 00:06:18 – 00:08:55#23–#13 (Bottom Half): 00:08:55 – 00:22:16#12–#1 (Top Half): 00:22:16 – 00:43:19Awards: 00:43:19 – 00:48:29Leg Room is a podcast and web show where the arts and pop culture meet their multi-hyphenate nightmare.

Why No One Assumes You're Talented...and What To Do About It (ft. Grace Aki!)

No one assumes you’re talented. No one is going to hand you opportunities. So how do you break through? In this episode, I sit down with writer, performer, and multi-hyphenate creative Grace Aki to talk about: ✅ Making your own luck in the creative industry ✅ How to stop waiting for permission and put yourself out there ✅ Why social media and content creation are not the enemy ✅ The mental blocks that keep talented people from successIf you’ve ever felt stuck, invisible, or unsure how to make things happen for yourself—this episode is for you. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into artistry, creativity, and making it in this wild industry. SUPPORT GRACE https://www.instagram.com/itsgraceakiSUPPORT LEG ROOM Listen on Spotify or Apple Music: https://www.legroomshow.com/Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/legroomshowCHAPTERSDefying Labels in the Arts (0:00) | Making Your Own Opportunities in NYC (04:06) | No One Assumes You’re Talented (14:47) | Overcoming Fear & Self-Judgment (18:00) | Art & Technology’s Impact (27:00) | “Done is Better Than Perfect” (34:35) | The Art That Inspires Us (44:30)

Well, that's my life! (Broadway, Bootlegs & Burnout: A Creative Director’s Honest Take)

It’s been a minute (or three weeks, but who’s counting?). In this episode, I’m diving into everything that’s been on my mind: the struggle of keeping up with content, a recent trip to NYC, teaching Broadway marketing to students, theater bootlegs, and my obsession with Sunset Boulevard. Plus, some real talk about why I don’t miss living in NYC.💡 If you enjoy these deep dives into creativity, marketing, and theater, please like, subscribe, and share! Your support means everything.SUPPORT THE CHANNELListen on Spotify or Apple Music: https://www.legroomshow.com/Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/legroomshow CHAPTERS00:00 - The Content Creation Game04:00 - Teaching a Broadway Workshop!07:22 - Thoughts on theater bootlegs & accessibility10:57 - New York Gay Men's Chorus Surprise!15:26 - Why I had to see Sunset Boulevard again19:21 - Does NYC feel different now? Thoughts on visiting vs. living there26:08 - Productivity culture vs. “cozy aesthetic” content31:14 - Exciting work ahead!32:22 - Wrapping up + Survivor thoughts#NYC #Broadway #ContentCreation #SunsetBoulevard #YouTubeGrowth #SocialMediaMarketing #CozyAesthetic #Bootlegs #TheaterLife #NYorNowhere #FreelanceLife #CreativeDirection #MarketingBroadway #Podcast #Vlog

The Tribe Has Spoken: A Survivor Retrospective with Teg!

This week, Survivor superfan and content creator extraordinaire Tegwyth and I DIG DEEP to look back (and forward) about our favorite show, Survivor. Survivor is more than just a reality show—it’s a game of strategy, social dynamics, and resilience. In this episode, I sit down with Tegan, a Survivor superfan and content creator, to discuss how the show has evolved, what makes it so compelling, and why it continues to capture audiences 48 seasons later.SUPPORT THE CHANNELWatch the show on YouTube: https://www.legroomshow.com/ [https://www.legroomshow.com/]Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legroomshow [https://www.instagram.com/legroomshow]We dive into Survivor’s casting changes, its unique place in reality TV, and our favorite seasons and players. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just Survivor-curious, this conversation is for you.CHAPTERS00:01 - Introduction: Why Survivor is the Greatest Show Ever// 06:12 - Tegwyth's Journey to Becoming a Survivor Superfan// 08:22 - The Power of the Survivor Community & Fandom// 17:44 - What Makes Survivor Different from Other Reality Shows// 25:48 - Best Seasons for New & Returning Viewers// 37:57 - The New Era of Casting & Why It Works// 46:00 - Would We Ever Play Survivor?// 55:37 - Who Could Replace Jeff Probst?

Woke Art Doesn't Exist. Here's What Does:

🚨In this episode, I break down why Trump’s war on woke art is a manufactured talking point, how revolutionary works have always faced backlash, and why art is essential—not just for entertainment, but for progress. From Shakespeare to A Doll’s House to Angels in America, history has shown us that art that provokes today becomes canon tomorrow. We also dive into the real origins of “woke” (spoiler: it’s not what conservatives think it is). Join me for this passionate, no-holds-barred conversation on why artists should never back down. 🎭 What are your thoughts? Drop a comment below! 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into art, culture, and the creative process. Spotify:https://linktr.ee/legroomshow IG: https://www.instagram.com/legroomshow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@legroomshow Apple Music: https://linktr.ee/legroomshow #woke #art #Broadway #kennedycenter #potus #artist