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Take 5 For Foodies: Queen Creek Olive Mill

Pat McMahon sat down with Perry Rea, owner of the Queen Creek Olive Mill to learn more about what they have to offer. The Queen Creek Olive Mill has been open for more than a decade. They give you the handcrafted experience of the mill, from an Olive Oil 101 class, tours, shops and a […]
12 years ago
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Al McCoy on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Pat McMahon talks with Al McCoy, not about the Suns, but about Al’s hobby of being a jazz pianist. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Pat’s Personal Portraits: David Covington

Pat McMahon talked with David Covington, Vice President of Magellan Health Services of Arizona, about suicide within the military community and discusses why it is at such a high rate. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Jay Taylor on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Pat McMahon talks to former Arizona Cardinals defensive back, Jay Taylor, to get his personal opinion on the end of the referee lockout. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 For Foodies: Geordie’s

Pat McMahon sat down with Paola Embry, CEO of The Wrigley Mansion, and talked about Geordie’s, wine, and a current reflection of The Wrigley Mansion. Location: 2501 E. Telawa Trail Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-955-4079 Dinner hours: Wednesday- Saturday from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Lunch hours: Wednesday-Saturday 11:00 am- 3:00 pm Lounge hours: 4:00 pm- […]
12 years ago
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Take 5 For Foodies: FnB

Pat McMahon sat down with Pavle Milic, co-owner of FnB, to discuss his preference for local vendors, the Bodega Market, and his acclaim for Arizona wine. Location: 7133 E.Stetson Dr. Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (480) 425 9463 Hours: Wednesday-Sunday from 5pm-10pm Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Bruce St. James talks depression on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Bruce St. James opens up to Pat McMahon about his days battling depression. His fight started back in his 30’s after a slew of events occurred in his life. Bruce works closely with the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) to bring awareness to people suffering from mental illnesses. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies: Best 24 New Restaurants

Keridwen Cornelius from ‘Phoenix Magazine’ discussed with Pat McMahon the latest issue on the 24 Best New Restaurants in Phoenix. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies: Rice Paper

One of only a couple Vietnamese restaurants in the Valley, Rice Paper, offers 17 different spring rolls, sandwiches and traditional Vietnamese soup. Pat McMahon sat down with Lan Tran, one of the owners of Rice Paper and talked about their food as well as how the brand is expanding. Location: 2221 N. 7th Street Phoenix, […]
12 years ago
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Nils Lofgren on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Pat McMahon talks with Nils Lofgren, guitarist for the E Street Band and most famously known for touring with Bruce Springsteen. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies – Vegan Food

Pat McMahon and Queenie Tsui, a member of Vegan Arizona, talk about the difference between vegatarians and vegans, what you can buy and where you can go out to eat for a vegan meal. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Arizona Humane Society on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Pat McMahon talks with Brenda Nelson of the Arizona Humane Society about the realities of working with animals, if there are any families that shouldn’t have pets, and how people can help. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies – The Breadfruit

Pat McMahon learns about Jamaican cuisine from the owner of
12 years ago
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Frank Kush on Pat’s Personal Portraits (VIDEO)

Pat McMahon talks with former Arizona State University football coach Frank Kush about his relationship with Jerry Sandusky, Joe Paterno and his thoughts on ASU’s new head coach, Todd Graham. To read more of Kush’s interview, click here. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies – Cheuvront Resturant and Wine Bar

If you’re looking for a great place to drink wine, eat cheese and learn a little bit in the process then Cheuvront Restaurant and Wine Bar is the place for you. Pat McMahon talks with Jeff Grenfell, a master in cheese and wine, to learn about the array of cheeses and wine, and how to […]
12 years ago
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Paul Johnson on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Pat McMahon talks with former Phoenix Mayor Paul Johnson, about the open election process. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies – MacAlpine’s

MacAlpine’s is a step back in time as you experience home-cooked meals, antiques, and old-fashioned shakes, malts, fountain sodas, phosphates and egg creams. Pat McMahon sits down with owner Monica Heizenrader to find out about the historical Arizona eatery. Location: 2303 N 7th St Phoenix, Arizona 85006 Phone 1 (602) 262-5545 Hours: Mon – Thu: […]
12 years ago
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Terry Goddard on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Pat McMahon talks with Former Phoenix Mayor, Terry Goddard, about how things would be different if he had won the governor’s race against Jan Brewer. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies – Greekfest

Mousaka, Pastitsio, and Youvetsi are a couple of the traditional Greek items you will find at Greekfest on Camelback Road. Pat McMahon spoke with owner Tony Makridis about the traditional Mediterranean diet, items you can find at Greekfest and why there is Retsina in wine. Location: 1940 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 265-2990 […]
12 years ago
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Dr. Michael Christopher on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Pat McMahon talks with Dr. Michael Christopher, an ER doctor from St. Joseph’s Hospital about the recent changes in healthcare. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies – Del Frisco’s Grille

Del Frisco’s Grille, new to the Valley, features a menu of prime steaks and fresh seafood mixed with flat breads and burgers. Located on 24th and Camelback you get great views of Piestewa Peak from the upstairs outdoor dining, Summit Bar, or you can dine downstairs after you’ve taken advantage of the free valet parking. […]
12 years ago
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Take 5 for Foodies – Eddie’s House

Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, Eddie’s House brings a Lebanese flavor to American cuisine. Pat McMahon talks to Eddie Matney, owner of Eddie’s House and finds out how Eddie ended up in Old Town and where he got his inspiration for his lamb chops and hummus. Location: 7042 E. Indian School Rd. […]
12 years ago
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Dulce Matuz on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Dulce Matuz, Chairwoman of the Arizona Dream Act Coalition talks with Pat McMahon about her life as an illegal immigrant, why she is still in the United States and how it feels to know that she could be deported at any moment. Follow @KTAR923
12 years ago
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Michael Smith on Pat’s Personal Portraits

Cirque du Soleil has been around for nearly 30 years and each show is more exciting than the last. But who puts together such compelling shows? Pat McMahon talks with the Artistic Director of
12 years ago