Meet Eric J

About Eric J

Eric Jakows joined "RightThisMinute" as a full-time producer in May of 2018 after earning a B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University.

He has a background in broadcast television after working as a program coordinator for KAET's "Arizona Horizon" and as a web producer at "Cronkite News." A Phoenician native, Eric is a genuine desert rat. During his spare time, he loves exploring new watering holes with his friends and is a fan of most things sci-fi and fantasy.

If you have a video you would like featured, feel free to email him, and he will gladly take a look!
eric.jakows@rightthisminute.com

Eric J's Recent Videos

Reckless Driving Ends In Disasters

Security footage from a neighborhood in Florida shows the moment a police chase came to a dramatic end. After the suspect drove off the side of the road, the car launched into the air and took a nosedive. The suspect was eventually apprehended by police and now faces multiple charges. View Now

Raw Footage Captures The Triumphs And Fails Of Extreme Surfing

In Australia, Luke Duce and several other daring surfers are hitting the waves to see what kind of tricks they can pull off. This isn't overedited footage with cinematic transitions between every shot — nope, it's just raw surfing footage with lots of action! The athletes do some impressive stunts, which comes with plenty of gnarly wipeouts as well. Ouch! View Now

Can A Drone Deliver This Burger In One Piece?

We feature lots of dramatic videos on RTM, and this one is no exception! A delivery drone is flying through the air with some precious cargo: a delicious Cowboy Burger from Dave’s Downtown in Minnesota. The customer is eagerly waiting to receive the burger they ordered, but it looks like the drone's having some trouble reaching them. Oh, the suspense! Let's see if it'll be able to deliver the burger without dropping it. View Now

Oh, Kids — They Say The Darndest Things!

Little Holden and her dad are visiting The Museum Of The Weird in Austin, Texas when they come across a rather...unique looking sculpture. But wait, Holden knows exactly who that sculpture is...it's Dad getting up in the morning! Priceless. From one adorable kiddo to another, you'll have to excuse baby Navy while she takes a very important phone call. This little lady has plenty of things to say, in a language all her own. You tell 'em, Navy! via FroBabies View Now

Whoa, These Vehicles Came Out Of Nowhere!

A Tesla Model 3 was waiting for its turn to merge into traffic, when all of a sudden, an out-of-control car smashed into it its side. The vehicle had been going pretty fast when it switched lanes behind the Tesla, causing it to lose control at the bend in the road. It appears as though both drivers were able to make it out of their cars, but there's no word on their current conditions. via ViralHog View Now

Recipes

No-Bake Granola Treats Are Sweet And Hassle-Free

DisneyParks brings us a delicious recipe that's perfect for all the beginners out there! The pastry chefs from Disney’s Contemporary Resort are showing us how to make some tasty No-Bake Granola Treats that are as easy to make as they are to eat. Peanut butter, granola and chocolate chips? Now that's a tripple threat. View Now

Frozen Samoa Pie Is A Girl Scout Cookie Lover's Dream Come True

Delish has brought us another amazing, no-bake dessert recipe! Frozen Samoa Pie is made with the best components of a Somoa cookie — chocolate, caramel and coconut. View Now

Raspberry Cheesecake Bars Are The Perfect Mix Of Tart And Creamy

The tartness of jam, zestiness of lemon, and the smoothness of cream are the key elements of these delicious Raspberry Cheesecake Bars. View Now

Animals

It Wasn't Easy Rescuing This Distressed Dog From A Fence

A dog in India got her head stuck in a fence for eight hours, but fortunately some determined rescuers showed up with lots of patience... and oil. They poured oil on the dog's head, and although it was a tight squeeze, they eventually freed her from the fence so she could reunite with her puppies. View Now

Some Dogs Are Good Boys, Others...Not So Much

While a dog is out for a walk in Vietnam, he notices a man in a nearby lake struggling to swim. The dog immediately jumps into the water to rescue him, using his mouth to drag the man back to land. It looks as though the stunt may have been orchestrated to train the pup — and we think it's safe to say he passed! What a good boy. via ViralHog View Now

Couple Matches Outfits With Their Stylish Pet Tortoise

We didn't know that a tortoise could have such a great sense of style! Ethel the sulcata tortoise looks fabulous while wearing all kinds of outfits, and the best part is that she matches with both of her owners, Kasey and Daniel. Is it just us or does Ethel look like she's smiling in some of the photos? View Now

Celebrity

Kermit And Miss Piggy Answer The Internet's Burning Questions

Kermit and Miss Piggy are two of the world's most beloved fictional characters and they're starring in "Muppets Now," yet many of us want to know more about this power couple. What's Miss Piggy's last name? Are they married? Does Kermit like being green? We're about to find out! View Now

Adorable Sisters Mila And Emma Help Paris Hilton Organize Her Closet

Adorably sassy sisters Mila and Emma are hanging out with Paris Hilton — could it get any more fabulous? The girls are helping Paris clean out her closet, which quickly turns into a kind of "back to school shopping" as they take a bunch of cute clothes off Paris' hands! via Katie Stauffer View Now

James Bay Plays A Special Game Of Song Association From Home

Singer-songwriter James Bay is taking a crack at ELLE Magazine's Song Association game — from the comfort of his own home! The "Chew On My Heart" singer has to sing a lyric that incorporates the random word he's given in under 10 seconds. Can he nail the challenge? Take it away, James! View Now

Love is in the Air

This Sweet Proposal Is A Family Affair

Parris Wright and her family are gearing up for a very special day. Parris' sister Deundra is about to be proposed to by her boyfriend Tay, and the whole family is in on the surprise. Tay's taking Deundra out for a beautiful picnic, but little does she know, it's about to turn into a moment she'll never forget. This one's giving us all the feels! View Now

Man Beautifully Proposes With Original Love Song

Amidst all of the chaos in the world, love prevails. Caleb Detken's tear-jerking proposal to his best friend, Shantel, seems like it is straight out of a rom-com movie. View Now

It’s Hard To Believe This Stunning Proposal Was Planned In Just 48 Hours

We've featured Michelle Khare on RTM for taking on crazy challenges, but this time it's her man Garrett Kennell who's stepping up to the plate. View Now

RTM Hall of Fame

TikTok's Smiling Filter Is Funny And Creepy At The Same Time

Many of us know the struggle of getting people to smile for photos, especially parents trying to snap pictures of their kids. Well, that doesn't have to be a problem anymore because TikTok's smiling filter makes people look like they're grinning from ear to ear! It's just as hilarious as it is bizarre, and we are here for it. If you try this filter out, post some photos on our Facebook page! View Now

Paraglider Takes Relaxing In The Sky To A Whole New Level

And now for your daily dose of "huh?" Paraglider Hasan Kaval has basically created a living room in the sky by fastening a couch, a TV and even a lamp to his parachute. Based on the guy's calm demeanor, you'd never guess he was soaring hundreds of feet up in the air — but then again, the level of chill required to kick back on a flying couch without a harness in the first place is probably pretty high. View Now

Quarantined Stuntmen Create Insane Battle Sequence

Quarantine isn't stopping these stunt performers from having an action-packed battle! The athletes are doing stunts from their homes, but the whole fight is perfectly timed so it looks like they're duking it out in the same room. You can watch the full video below. View Now

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