Podcast appearances and mentions of jacob york

I am absolutely thrilled to announce a powerhouse collaboration of storytelling and stagecraft! The incredibly talented Atlanta Playwright Jacob York stopped by The Ash Said It Show for an exclusive, deep-dive conversation about his highly anticipated world premiere of INITIATIVE. This isn't just a play; it's a groundbreaking theatrical event opening at the end of this month at the prestigious Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville, GA. Running from March 26 through April 19, 2026, this production is already the talk of the Atlanta arts community, and I cannot wait for you to hear the heart and soul behind this script. Directed by the visionary Katie Erin Chambers, Initiative is a brilliant exploration of friendship, legacy, and the power of imagination. The story follows a tight-knit group of friends who gather around a gaming table for one final, epic campaign—one that beautifully transcends the boundaries of fantasy and reality. As the character Dave battles an aggressive illness, he turns to the legendary world of Dungeons & Dragons to manufacture the milestones he fears he'll never reach. With every roll of the d20, his companions craft a quest that encompasses a lifetime of memories, from the profound responsibilities of fatherhood to the simple wonder of seeing the ocean for the first time. This play is the ultimate "crit hit" for theater lovers and tabletop gamers alike. It delivers the perfect combination of unapologetic nerdiness, deep-seated pathos, and genuine joy. Audiences can expect a rollercoaster of emotions—complete with thrilling sword fights, menacing orcs, and those heavy moments of existential dread that make us human. It is a testament to how we use play and community to navigate the hardest parts of our lives. Whether you are a seasoned Paladin or have never touched a character sheet, York's writing ensures that the human element is front and center. I'm diving into the creative process with Jacob to discuss how he balanced the mechanics of RPG gaming with such a high-stakes emotional narrative. This is the must-see world premiere of the season, and you'll want to hear every detail right here before the curtain rises at the Aurora Theatre.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 103, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:1-3, Jacob York, First Canticle: 11, New Testament: Colossians 1:1-14, Elizabeth Henry-McKeever, Second Canticle: 16, Gospel: John 6:30-33, 48-51, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 114, 115, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:1-3, Jacob York, First Canticle: 12, New Testament: Colossians 1:1-14, Elizabeth Henry-McKeever, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: John 6:30-33, 48-51, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 103, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:1-3, Jacob York, First Canticle: 11, Second Canticle: 16, Gospel: John 6:30-33, 48-51, Mtr. Lisa Meirow

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Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 147, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Jacob York, First Canticle: 16, Second Canticle: 21, Gospel: John 6:26-35, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 147, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Jacob York, First Canticle: 16, Second Canticle: 21, Gospel: John 6:26-35, Mtr. Lisa Meirow

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 61, 62, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 30:11-20, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: 2 Corinthians 11:1-21a, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 18, Gospel: Luke 19:41-48, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 30:11-20, Jacob York, First Canticle: 10, New Testament: 2 Corinthians 11:1-21a, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 15, Gospel: Luke 19:41-48, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 61, 62, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 30:11-20, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: 2 Corinthians 11:1-21a, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 18

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 56, 57, 58, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 30:1-10, Jacob York, First Canticle: 9, New Testament: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 19, Gospel: Luke 18:31-43, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 64, 65, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 30:1-10, Jacob York, First Canticle: 8, New Testament: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: Luke 18:31-43, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 56, 57, 58, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 30:1-10, Jacob York, First Canticle: 9, New Testament: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 19

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 78, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:11-20, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: James 1:16-27, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 18, Gospel: Luke 11:1-13, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 78:40-72, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:11-20, Jacob York, First Canticle: 10, New Testament: James 1:16-27, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 15, Gospel: Luke 11:1-13, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 78, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:11-20, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: James 1:16-27, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 18

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 80, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:1-10, Jacob York, First Canticle: 9, New Testament: James 1:1-15, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 19, Gospel: Luke 9:18-27, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 77, 79, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:1-10, Jacob York, First Canticle: 8, New Testament: James 1:1-15, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: Luke 9:18-27, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 80, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:1-10, Jacob York, First Canticle: 9, New Testament: James 1:1-15, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 19

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 55, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 11:18-28, Jacob York, First Canticle: 12, New Testament: Hebrews 5:1-10, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 19, Gospel: John 4:1-26, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 138, 139, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 11:18-28, Jacob York, First Canticle: 9, New Testament: Hebrews 5:1-10, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 15, Gospel: John 4:1-26, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 55, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 11:18-28, Jacob York, First Canticle: 12, New Testament: Hebrews 5:1-10, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 19

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 40, 54, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 10:12-22, Jacob York, First Canticle: 14, New Testament: Hebrews 4:11-16, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 18, Gospel: John 3:22-36, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 51, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 10:12-22, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: Hebrews 4:11-16, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: John 3:22-36, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 40, 54, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 10:12-22, Jacob York, First Canticle: 14, New Testament: Hebrews 4:11-16, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 18

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 50, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:23-10:5, Jacob York, First Canticle: 8, New Testament: Hebrews 4:1-10, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 19, Gospel: John 3:16-21, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 59, 60, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:23-10:5, Jacob York, First Canticle: 11, New Testament: Hebrews 4:1-10, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 15, Gospel: John 3:16-21, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 50, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:23-10:5, Jacob York, First Canticle: 8, New Testament: Hebrews 4:1-10, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 19

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 119:49-72, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:13-21, Jacob York, First Canticle: 14, New Testament: Hebrews 3:12-19, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 16, Gospel: John 2:23-3:15, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 49, 53, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:13-21, Jacob York, First Canticle: 12, New Testament: Hebrews 3:12-19, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: John 2:23-3:15, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 119:49-72, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:13-21, Jacob York, First Canticle: 14, New Testament: Hebrews 3:12-19, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 16

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 45, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:4-12, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: Hebrews 3:1-11, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 18, Gospel: John 2:13-22, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 47, 48, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:4-12, Jacob York, First Canticle: 10, New Testament: Hebrews 3:1-11, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 15, Gospel: John 2:13-22, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 45, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 9:4-12, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: Hebrews 3:1-11, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 18

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 41, 52, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:11-20, Jacob York, First Canticle: 9, New Testament: Hebrews 2:11-18, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 19, Gospel: John 2:1-12, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 44, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:11-20, Jacob York, First Canticle: 14, New Testament: Hebrews 2:11-18, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: John 2:1-12, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 63, 98, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:1-10, Jacob York, First Canticle: 14, New Testament: 1 Corinthians 1:17-31, David Sibley, Second Canticle: 16, Gospel: Mark 2:18-22, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 103, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 8:1-10, Jacob York, First Canticle: 15, New Testament: 1 Corinthians 1:17-31, David Sibley, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: Mark 2:18-22, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 30, 32, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 7:17-26, Jacob York, First Canticle: 12, New Testament: Titus 3:1-15, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 19, Gospel: John 1:43-51, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 42, 43, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 7:17-26, Jacob York, First Canticle: 9, New Testament: Titus 3:1-15, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 15, Gospel: John 1:43-51, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 31, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 7:12-16, Jacob York, First Canticle: 14, New Testament: Titus 2:1-15, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 18, Gospel: John 1:35-42, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 35, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 7:12-16, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: Titus 2:1-15, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: John 1:35-42, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 37:1-18, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 7:6-11, Jacob York, First Canticle: 8, New Testament: Titus 1:1-16, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 19, Gospel: John 1:29-34, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 37:19-42, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 7:6-11, Jacob York, First Canticle: 11, New Testament: Titus 1:1-16, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Second Canticle: 15, Gospel: John 1:29-34, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 26, 28, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 6:16-25, Jacob York, First Canticle: 13, New Testament: Hebrews 2:1-10, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 18, Gospel: John 1:19-28, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 36, 39, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 6:16-25, Jacob York, First Canticle: 10, New Testament: Hebrews 2:1-10, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 15, Gospel: John 1:19-28, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 25, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 6:10-15, Jacob York, First Canticle: 9, New Testament: Hebrews 1:1-14, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 19, Gospel: John 1:1-18, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 9, 15, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 6:10-15, Jacob York, First Canticle: 8, New Testament: Hebrews 1:1-14, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: John 1:1-18, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.

Officiant: Mtr. Lisa Meirow, Psalm(s): Psalm 148, 149, 150, Fr. Wiley Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 6:1-9, Jacob York, First Canticle: 16, New Testament: Hebrews 12:18-29, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 21, Gospel: John 12:24-32, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Antonio Allegretti, used by permission.

Officiant: Fr. Wiley Ammons, Psalm(s): Psalm 114, 115, Laura Ammons, Old Testament: Deuteronomy 6:1-9, Jacob York, First Canticle: 15, New Testament: Hebrews 12:18-29, Caitlyn Darnell, Second Canticle: 17, Gospel: John 12:24-32, Mtr. Lisa Meirow. Logo image by Laura Ammons, used by permission.