Eddie McCoven has written, produced and reported the news on radio and tv for local and national audiences, including as a correspondent covering the geo-political tensions in Panama and the developing situations along the U.S.-Mexico border.
TV News
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Anchor/Reporter Reel
Broadcast Packages and Studio Hits
Mixed signals on Panama Canal security, neutrality
This long-form, in-depth report on the geo-political tensions in Panama was the result of three months of research and one week on the ground conducting interviews in Panama City.
More than 1,100 alley gates installed in Phoenix
This story had been covered in local news before, but I wanted to go further into detail about why different residents were pushing for their alleys to be gated off, and to make sure residents knew what the requirements were.
Smoke shop owner weighs in on AG crackdown
Attorney General Kris Mayes sued four smoke shops for selling to minors, and she’s seeking an injunction to completely put the shops out of business. During her press conference, Mayes said the industry is intentionally targeting to children. I knew there had to be a smoke shop owner in Phoenix who had something to say about the AG’s remarks, which lead me to finding Bud Meister and interviewing him at one of his downtown Phoenix smoke shops.
Arizona Congressional District 7 Special Primary Election
A quick update for our viewers providing context and analysis of the Special Election for Congressional District 7.
Gov. Hobbs signs budget
This look-live package was about the governor’s signing of the new state budget, and I asked about why Arizona got so close to a government shutdown.
State climatologist predicts wet, stormy summer for Arizona
After two summers of record-breaking heat, a change in the weather may be on the horizon. I talked with the state climatologist about her predictions for more storms and rain and I talked with a local farmer about what it means for plants and vegetation.
Arizona’s military museums preserve history, drive tourism
What began as a story about an aircraft museum receiving a jet from the Marine Corps turned into a piece about how military tourism is alive and well in Arizona.
Valley Catholics mourn Pope Francis
I showed up to a historic Phoenix church with a camera and a microphone, not knowing who I would talk to about the passing of Pope Francis. This is the result.
TV Weather
Weather Anchor/MMJ Reel
Weather Forecasts
Social Media
Radio News
Radio News Anchor/Reporter Demo
Live Radio Report
When you work for a large company, you sometimes get calls to do reports for other stations. Such was the case here where KFBK News Radio in Sacramento asked if I could do a live report on Hurricane Kay. I did not know what questions the hosts would ask me, I just reported what was happening as I stood outside in the wind and rain next to the San Diego River.
Radio Feature Report
This was one of those fun stories that I got to spend a little extra time on, and it paid off. This piece won the Golden Mike Award for Best Radio Feature Report.
Radio Newscast – Top of the Hour with Weather
This is an example of how I anchor the top of the hour newscasts for radio, with a mix of local and national news, plus money/stock reports and weather.
Writing
Eddie’s written pieces have appeared in the Phoenix Business Journal, Phoenix New Times and Arizona Daily Star among other print/online outlets.
Check out Eddie’s Muck Rack profile for links to published articles.
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