Alex Cohen

Alexandra "Alex" Cohen (born July 8, 1972) is an American radio and television journalist, roller derby skater, and author. Born in New York City, she moved to California at a young age. Cohen studied at Interlochen Arts Academy, Brown University, and the University of California, Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism. She began her radio career at National Public Radio in Washington, D.C., working as a producer and director. From 2000 to 2003, Cohen worked for San Francisco's KQED as a producer for the statewide radio program California Report. Additionally, she served as the Los Angeles bureau chief for the same program. Cohen has also won an Emmy Award for her television journalism work.