Eric Matthews
Born and raised in the Akron area, Eric knew from an early age he wanted to work in radio. After high school he went on to The University of Toledo and graduated with a degree in Broadcast Communications.
After graduating from The Ohio Center for Broadcasting, Eric joined Rubber City Radio Group in 2013 as a Sports Producer for 1590 WAKR. He added on-air duties at WQMX in December 2018 and became the weekday overnight personality in December 2019. Currently, you can hear Eric weekday evenings from 7pm - Midnight!
Eric also taught Drivers Education to high school students across Northeast Ohio for 4 years. In his spare time he loves to travel and spend time with family and friends. He is also a huge Guardians, Cavs, and college football fan. A huge animal lover, Eric has 1 cat named Buttercup.
It's everyone's favorite time of year! Some of us will owe more money, and some of us will get some back. What I find stressful is getting every document to my mom so she can hand them off to the person who does our taxes. Now my dad was a CPA and my mom worked as an accountant but the knowledge of numbers is NOT a strength I picked up...hence why I work in radio...LOL.…
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As you know, Saturday was the 3rd annual Red White & Bowl. We had so much fun! Neon Union was great, and then after their set the guys did some bowling and didn't do so bad :). Speaking of that...on the WQMX lane, Cherise & I lit things up!!! We bowled two games - the first game I bowled a 172, and in the second game Cherise bowled a 174!!! I won't speak for Cherise,…
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Thursday was Paczki Day! YUM!!! Of course, I had to do my part in celebrating. A box of Paczki were in the lounge at the station when I got to work Thursday night with only two left! They were both Custard filled, so I took one to do my part marking the day. It was SO GOOD! I just love an excuse to take part in an occasion that has such wonderful food. I'm surprised…
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Once I saw the weather forecast for Wednesday this week, I knew I wanted to get my car washed. I'm not exactly sure of when the last one was and I knew it could use one. I was out and about Wednesday afternoon and thought I'd at least drive by to see how bad the line was. I figured if it was horrendous, I'd get it washed on my way into work later in the…
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The 2023 baseball season starts at the end of next month bringing with it some new rules. Here's a quick rundown: 1. End of the shift as we knew it - Now, all infielders will have to be in the dirt or infield grass until the ball leaves the pitcher's hand. Then they can move as they wish. 2. Pitch Clock - Pitchers will now have 15 seconds to throw when bases are empty, and…
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Monday, 13 February 2023 22:54
PBS' Antiques Roadshow in Akron - we have a location
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We now have a location (and other details) about the show's stop in Akron! They will be in town Tuesday June 6th to tape three episodes that will air in 2024. They have now revealed they will be taping at Stan Hywet Hall! You can enter to win tickets on the PBS website and if you're lucky enough to win tickets, you can bring two items to be appraised. You have until March 14th at…
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I did not watch the game on Sunday. Didn't watch the doggies play, the half time show, go to a party, or anything else. HOWEVER... if you did partake, I hope you had a lot of fun! It's a big day for sports and food. Now comes the hard part for a lot of people - going to work or school on Monday! LOL. Either way - if you plan to go to work or…
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My mom and I had some business to attend to on Thursday afternoon. Once we were done, we wanted dinner. We chose to go to one of our all time favorites...Luigi's! Their food is delicious! For several years now I have gotten a pizza with pepperoni and sausage. However, when I was younger I would always get the lasagna. I had forgotten how good that is. I tried it again a couple months ago and…
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The Guardians released the 2023 promotional schedule for fans on Wednesday! There will be 16 fireworks nights, nine Dollar Dog nights, and other fun for fans. One day, there will be a Triston McKenzie jersey giveaway (among others). You could end up with a bobblehead of Kwan or Clase, or on May 13th you could get a replica Gold Glove Award from 2022 (they play the LA Angels that day). Of course there will be…
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Earlier this week, Metropolis Popcorn sent the station some samples of flavors for a Valentine's Day theme. One was Chocolate Covered Cherry, another was Cinnamon Red Hots. But the one I wanted to try was the Chocolated Covered Strawberry! Dang! It DID NOT disappoint! YUM!!! No matter what time of year, no matter the occasion, stop in to Metropolis Popcorn in Cuyahoga Falls or Hudson to treat yourself to some wonderful popcorn! You won't be…
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Tuesday, 07 February 2023 00:43
The trucks have left, next it's the players!
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So the trucks hauling all of the equipment to Phoenix for Spring Training for the Guardians left late last week! Pitchers and catchers report Wednesday of next week, and other players report Sunday the 19th! Do I hear Spring in the air?? Before we know it, we'll be listening to Spring Training games on the radio. Then you blink, and it'll be time to fill Progressive Field for the 2023 season! A true sign that…
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The old joke was that Saturday night at the grocery store was kinda reserved for singles to meet, mingle, and pick each other up...I think times have changed. I went grocery shopping around 7:00 Saturday night (not looking for a date, I SWEAR! I was out of everything... lol) and I could almost count the number of people shopping with me! I think with the invention of dating apps, people are going there looking for…
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Thursday wasn't JUST Groundhog Day. On that date (February 2, 1974) Dolly Parton gained her 2nd #1 hit with Jolene! I love the song - possibly my favorite of hers. I know it was my dad's favorite Dolly song as well. The story behind the song is so interesting, and the story told IN the song is one that is such a common feeling among all people. In case you aren't aware - Dolly says…
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Yep, it's that time of year again - where America wakes up early to find out if a rodent is going to say Spring is coming early or not, lol. I've never been like Phil Connors to travel to Gobbler's Knob to experience the whole day, and I don't put much into what the groundhog says when humans with computer technology can't even get it right! Either way, Happy Groundhog Day whether you celebrate or…
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