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Erica Ehm

Erica Ehm is a Canadian writer, actress, songwriter, entrepreneur, and television host best known as one of the pioneering video jockeys on MuchMusic.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Erica Ehm is a Canadian writer, actress, songwriter, entrepreneur, and television host best known as one of the pioneering video jockeys on MuchMusic. Born Erica Miechowsky in Montréal, she later became known for her work in music television, songwriting, publishing, and digital media.

Early life

Erica Ehm was born Erica Miechowsky on September 30, 1961, in Montréal, Québec. Sources describe her as Canadian and note that her later professional name became Erica Ehm.

MuchMusic career

Ehm is best known for her role as a pioneering MuchMusic video jockey, beginning in the mid-1980s and continuing into the early 1990s. She is often credited with helping define the early on-air style and identity of Canadian music television.

Music, writing, and screen work

Beyond television, Ehm has worked as a songwriter, writer, actress, and producer. Search results note acting credits including RoboCop, Replikator, and Ararat, as well as songwriting recognition and other creative projects.

Entrepreneurship and media ventures

Ehm founded or co-founded digital and publishing ventures such as YummyMummyClub.ca and Ehm & Co. These projects focused on community building, content, and marketing to Canadian women and mothers.

Key facts

  • Erica Ehm was born Erica Miechowsky on September 30, 1961, in Montréal, Québec.
  • She became widely known as one of the first and most prominent VJs on MuchMusic in Canada.
  • Her career has included television hosting, acting, songwriting, entrepreneurship, and media production.
  • She is associated with founding or leading digital and publishing ventures, including YummyMummyClub.ca and Ehm & Co.
  • IMDb identifies her as an actress and producer and states that she is married to Terry Moshenberg and has two children.
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Canadian context

Ehm is a notable figure in Canadian television and music culture, especially through MuchMusic, which shaped Canadian youth media in the 1980s and 1990s.[1][7][13]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Erica Ehm?
Erica Ehm is a Canadian writer, actress, songwriter, entrepreneur, and television host best known as an early MuchMusic VJ.
What is Erica Ehm's real name?
Her birth name is Erica Miechowsky.
What is Erica Ehm known for?
She is best known for being one of the pioneering on-air hosts, or VJs, at MuchMusic.
Where was Erica Ehm born?
She was born in Montréal, Québec, Canada.
Is Erica Ehm married?
IMDb states that she is married to Terry Moshenberg and that they have two children.
What other work has Erica Ehm done?
She has worked in songwriting, acting, producing, publishing, and digital media entrepreneurship.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erica_Ehm
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, and overview of her career as a writer, actress, songwriter, entrepreneur, and TV host.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0251237/
    Supports: Birthplace, acting and producing credits, spouse, and children.
  3. Erica Ehm official website — https://www.ericaehm.com/
    Supports: Current professional positioning as host, creator, speaker, and entrepreneur.
  4. LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericaehm
    Supports: Professional biography, roles in communications and content, and founder status for media ventures.
  5. Lindsay Advocate — https://lindsayadvocate.ca/lunch-erica-ehm-on-the-importance-of-values-the-charm-of-kawartha-lakes-and-surviving-on-an-alien-planet/
    Supports: Background on her MuchMusic career, songwriting, YummyMummyClub.ca, and later speaking/hosting work.