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

Exploring An Alaskan Ice Cave

Don't try this at home! John Derting, an Alaska-based photographer, carefully explored the inside of a glacier in Portage Valley after ice melted and opened up some new areas. The footage John captured of the ice cave was absolutely stunning! You can check out John Derting on Instagram and YouTube. View Now

4K Aerial Drone Takes Us On Breathtaking Tour Of The Swiss Alps

Who's up for an aerial tour of the Swiss Alps? We sure are! Sit back and relax as this stunning 4K drone footage showcases the picturesque Engstlenalp region throughout the seasons. From the rolling hills to the crystal clear waters — this place is the definition of serene. via DroneScapes By Atellani View Now

Oh Cats, You've Got To Love Them!

Whether or not you love cats, you can't deny their personality! First up, we've got Oliver. Oliver's human says he's far from the purrfect employee, and his feisty reaction to being "let go" isn't helping his case. Somebody get HR on the line! Next, kitties Meeko and Georgie are getting their fitness on with a little laser chasing. We're in full support of their weight loss journey...but even with a few extra pounds, we still think they're pretty adorable! View Now

My Dog Ate My Classroom & Curious Cat At The Door

Camryn figured it would be nice to dog-sit while she's living alone and attending school online. Kobe the dog thought the idea of online school sounded delicious, so he decided to try it for himself. This time the dog really did eat the homework. Next, it's always nice to get a visit from a friendly neighbor, especially when they have four legs and are covered in fur. Still, the neighborhood cat might want to come back during the daytime if it hopes to get any snacks. via Ring View Now

Admiring Autumn's Beauty From Above

The seasons are changing up near the Bear River range in northern Utah. Ben Vegel captured a bird's-eye view of the colorful, mountainous scenery on his drone. The footage beautifully highlights the vast landscape and the trees changing from green to red, yellow, and orange. View Now

Animals

Yay, The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Announced Its Winners!

We could all probably use a good laugh right now, so let's check out the winners of this year's Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards! From playful lion cubs to mischievous monkeys, the winners captured so many hilariously adorable animals on camera. In addition to being entertaining, what's great about this competition is that it also benefits conservation efforts. View Now

Buffalo Rams Into Safari Vehicle & The Struggle Is Real For This Lion Cub

A group of safari-goers has front row seats to a showdown between a buffalo and a pride of lions. As the lions attack the buffalo, the buffalo runs away...straight into one of the safari vehicles. Nobody was hurt in the incident, but that'll surely leave a mark! via Kruger Sightings Speaking of lions, don't mess with this mama's cubs! After a lioness defends her cub from an aggressive male, the little guy ends up falling down a ditch. This poor cub just can't catch a break! View Now

Oh Cats, You've Got To Love Them!

Recipes

Pumpkin Juice Might Just Be A New Fall Classic

Move over pumpkin spice latte, there's a new seasonal drink in town: pumpkin juice! Jessica Hord is showing us how easy it is to add more fall flavor to your life by making this refreshing drink. It can be enjoyed hot or iced, and you can even turn it into a cocktail by adding your favorite liquor. Seasonal drinks don't get much better than this! View Now

Forget Pumpkin Pie, Make Burrito Pie Instead!

A burrito pie sounds a tad bizzare, but if you're in the mood for a tasty creation, you have to give this Burrito Pie recipe a try. It's all the fixings of a burrito inside a puff-pastry pie shell! The blend of flavors will leave you craving more, and believe it or not, it's vegan! Recipe via BOSH! View Now

Firefighters Share Their Favorite Recipes While Helping Charity

In addition to relying on firefighters for help during emergencies, apparently we can also count on them for great recipes! Firefighters are sharing their best recipes during Arizona Burn Foundation's Cook Like A Firefighter competition, and we have to say, the food they're making looks absolutely delicious. You can get involved by making their recipes and then donating to vote on your favorite dish. View Now

Celebrity

Actor Ryan O’Neal Surprises ‘Love Story’ Fan With Phone Call

Erica's mom Robin has Alzheimer's, and she's a huge fan of the 1970 classic "Love Story." In fact, part of her nightly routine is grabbing the DVD and giving the film's lead actor, Ryan O'Neal, a kiss goodnight! After Erica posted a sweet clip of her mom on the internet, Ryan O'Neal's son, Patrick, reached out to surprise Robin with a special video call from Ryan himself! Watch the heartwarming moment Robin gets to (virtually) meet the man of her dreams. View Now

Chelsea Handler Decodes New Jersey Slang

Chelsea Handler's new comedy special, "Chelsea Handler: Evolution" is now streaming on HBO Max, so she's getting back to her New Jersey roots with Vanity Fair. She's breaking down some classic New Jersey slang (as well as a bit of her own) in this hilarious clip, and now we're craving a hoagie! You can watch the full video below: View Now

Steve-O Helps Man Get Life-Changing Dental Transformation

If anyone knows about the exorbitant cost of dental work, it's former "Jackass" star Steve-O. We featured him on RTM when he opened up about fixing his teeth, and now he's helping someone else with their smile! A man named Stevie reached out to Steve-O, explaining that he basically needed an entire mouth makeover, but couldn't afford the cost. Steve-O responded by teaming up with Dr. View Now

Love is in the Air

It Looks Like Men Can Be Just As Dramatic As Women

Although some people say women are more dramatic than men, this hilarious clip shows that it can be the other way around! Marlene and Preston usually give each other three kisses, but this time, Marlene only gave him one. Preston definitely had something to say about that! View Now

They Didn't See These Sweet Proposals Coming

Patrick and Jessica are taking a beautiful helicopter ride to the top of the Canadian Rockies. With scenic views as far as the eye can see, Patrick points out a moose off in the distance...except there's no moose! It's all just a distraction for him to propose to Jessica, and photographer Kaitlyn Hoover is there with a bottle of champagne to capture it all. Talk about a picture-perfect day! View Now

Dirt Bike Fail Turns Into Marriage Proposal

Jeremy Durst entered his first motocross competition in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and it didn't go the way you'd think. First, he lost control of his dirt bike during the competition, but that's not actually the surprising part. As his girlfriend ran onto the track to make sure Jeremy was OK, he used that opportunity to pop the question. Best fakeout ever! via T&T Creative Media View Now

RTM Hall of Fame

Notice Anything Unusual About This Guy's Tongue?

Kobe Freeman was enjoying a hamburger when he felt a sharp pain in his mouth. Somehow, a bee had gotten onto Kobe's burger and it stung his tongue while he was eating! His tongue swelled up to massive proportions, so he took to social media to find a remedy that worked. You can keep up with Kobe Freeman on Instagram and TikTok. View Now

Home Invasion Captured Live On Zoom!

What started as just a normal Zoom classroom meeting turned into a call for action to help a fellow student. A woman in Ecuador was robbed while she was taking part in the virtual classroom, her laptop capturing the whole thing. Other students and the professor sprang into action, contacting the police right away. Fortunately, nobody was harmed and the suspects were arrested soon after the incident. The cellphones they stole led the police right to their location. View Now

Man's Overjoyed Reaction To Seeing Color For The First Time

Here at RTM, we love getting to watch people experience seeing color for the very first time. Vic is colorblind, so his girlfriend surprised him with a pair of EnChroma glasses for his birthday. He's so stoked to see all the vibrant colors around him, and we're so stoked for him! Sometimes it's the simplest things in life we take for granted the most. via ViralHog View Now

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