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Amazing Arizonans: Remembering the life and career of Suns broadcasting legend Al McCoy

Sep 25, 2024, 4:25 AM

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Editor’s Note: This podcast episode was originally released on May 22, 2024.

PHOENIX — The passing of Al McCoy is a devastating blow to Suns fans everywhere.

To those of us who had the privilege to know Al, it is even more tragic.

I was blessed to work with Al on 2 separate television commercials. He was amazing and was so very kind to me.

Over the years, we became friends. I loved his stories and his opinions on current events.

I wish all of you had known him like I did. I wish I had known him better.

He sat down with me recently to do this podcast. You will learn about his background, the history of the Phoenix Suns and the Valley. I hope you enjoy it.

Amazing Arizonans is available at KTAR.com, the KTAR News app and everywhere you get your podcasts.

The podcast, which debuted in June 2023 and is in its third season, has had more than 20 episodes spotlighting some of the best and brightest to come out of the Grand Canyon State.

Previous guests on the podcast include Jerry Colangelo, Michael Crow, Jan Brewer and Pat McMahon.

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Amazing Arizonans: Remembering the life and career of Suns broadcasting legend Al McCoy