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Where the Light Lands

Where the Light Lands

By: Jason A. Coombs
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Where the Light Lands is a storytelling and culture podcast hosted by filmmaker and creative voice Jason A. Coombs. The show blends intimate interviews, cultural retrospectives, and dynamic roundtables to explore the moments, stories, and creative breakthroughs that shape who we become. Each episode shines a light on artists, actors, filmmakers, writers, and culture-makers reflecting on their journeys and the art that moved them. Whether Jason is in conversation with a creator, revisiting a landmark film, TV show, or Broadway musical, or moderating a live panel at a festival, the show reveals how storytelling connects us, challenges us, and inspires the light within all of us. Do you remember the moment in your life or career when the light landed and you finally stepped into it?Broadway Podcast Network Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Politics & Government
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  • Episode 09 | Aditya Joshi: Leading from Behind

    Episode 09 | Aditya Joshi: Leading from Behind
    Oct 20 2026
    After a long hiatus, Where the Light Lands is back, and we’re returning with a conversation worth the wait! This week, Jason A. Coombs sits down with filmmaker, writer, screenwriter, playwright, and actor Aditya Joshi for an inspiring conversation about building a creative career, embracing new possibilities, and finding the courage to pursue your vision. Aditya shares insights from his multifaceted journey across film, television, and theater, including his collaboration with writing partner Sid Gopinath on Minnesota Goodbye, their feature film that won the 2026 AT&T Untold Stories production prize at the Tribeca Festival, securing $1.2 million in production funding. His story is a powerful reminder of what can happen when creativity, persistence, and a willingness to take risks come together. Whether you’re navigating a career transition, searching for your next creative spark, or simply looking for a little inspiration to make a change in your life, this episode is for you. Aditya’s warmth, charisma, and infectious spirit make this conversation a beautiful reminder that sometimes, all it takes is one idea, one opportunity, or one brave step to change your trajectory. Join us for the return of Where the Light Lands and a conversation that might just inspire your next chapter! Please support Aditya Joshi: Support Aditya on⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram here⁠ Check out his website here Support the ⁠Brooklyn Music School here⁠⁠⁠ Please support your host: Where the Light Lands: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wherethelightlandspod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Where the Light Lands Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jason A. Coombs Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Episode 08 | Tribeca Talk: "Hope"

    Episode 08 | Tribeca Talk: "Hope"
    Jul 28 2026
    A new mini episode of Where the Light Lands, hosted by ⁠Jason A. Coombs⁠, is out now! Recorded on site at the Tribeca Film Festival, this conversation features Tobias Zuniga-Shaw, producer of the powerful documentary short Hope. Tobias shares the inspiration behind the film, reflects on its Tribeca premiere, and discusses the deeply personal story at the heart of the project. Narrated by Javi, the only member of his family able to cross the U.S. border, Hope revisits his parents' migration journey and the painful reality that keeps them from returning home. It's a moving film about family, identity, sacrifice, and the enduring power of hope. Be sure to add this one to your watchlist and keep an eye out for it when it becomes available. Please support Tobias and "Hope": Support Tobias on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram Here⁠⁠⁠ Please support your host: Where the Light Lands: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wherethelightlandspod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Where the Light Lands Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jason A. Coombs Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • Episode 07 | Tribeca Talk: Jail Time Records

    Episode 07 | Tribeca Talk: Jail Time Records
    Jul 28 2026
    A new mini episode of Where the Light Lands, hosted by Jason A. Coombs, is out now! Recorded on-site at the Tribeca Film Festival, this conversation features Giacomo Stucchi-Prinetti, producer of the award-winning documentary Jail Time Records. Giacomo gives us a sneak peek into the film, shares why its story is especially relevant today, and reflects on his experience premiering at Tribeca. Jail Time Records took home three awards at the Tribeca Film Festival, earning acclaim for its powerful story of music, hope, and resilience. Be sure to put this one on your radar and check it out when it's available! Please support Jail Time Records: Support the film on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram Here⁠⁠ Get updates on the ⁠Film Here⁠ Please support your host: Where the Light Lands: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wherethelightlandspod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Where the Light Lands Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wherethelightlandspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jason A. Coombs Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jasonacoombs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
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