Called Tucson's esteemed TV host, Bill Buckmaster has interviewed more than 5,000 newsmakers earning the reputation as Tucson's most trusted voice for news and information.
As the driving force behind KUAT-TV's "Arizona Illustrated," the iconic Arizona PBS news and public affairs program, Buckmaster has created the broadcast 'town square' for the issues that matter most to Southern Arizona residents.
The Buckmaster Show airs Monday through Friday at Noon on KVOI 1030AM, Southern Arizona's most powerful news and talk radio station.
For more information about Bill and the Buckmaster Show, go to Buckmastershow.com
Today on Buckmaster – Shelly Fishman hosts a Downtown Tucson roundtable discussion with Michael Keith, CEO of the Downtown Tucson Partnership, and Craig Sumberg, Executive Director of the Fox Tucson Theater Foundation. Plus, a special call-in from Tucson City Councilman Paul Cunningham.5/21/2013
Today on Buckmaster – Dan Shearer, editor of the Green Valley News, sits in for vacationing Bill Buckmaster. The Political Face-Off features Bruce Ash and Paul Eckerstrom. Dan also talks about preparations for what could be a very difficult wildfire season with Green Valley Fire District Chief and President of the Arizona Fire District Association Simon Davis and Rio Rico Fire District Chief Les Caid. 5/20/2013
Today on Buckmaster – The Friday Focus spotlights Steve Kozichik, Ward 6 Tucson City Councilman. Then, it’s the Reporters’ Roundtable featuring Mari Herreras, writer for the Tucson Weekly, and Dylan Smith, editor/publisher of TucsonSentinel.com. Plus, Matt Russell with Weekend Watch.5/17/2013
Today on Buckmaster – We kick off the show with an update from State Representative Ethan Orr (District 9-R). Then we talk with Ellie Beaubien, new adoption coordinator at the Pima Animal Care Center. Also, Kevin Burnett, Senior Vice President & CFO of Sundt Companies, Inc. Plus, Nutrition Reporter Jack Challem.5/16/2013
Today on Buckmaster – Karen Adam, presiding judge of the Pima County Juvenile Court Center, talks about declining juvenile crime rates. Also, Dr. David Levy, renowned comet discover, has a night sky update. Followed by our Companion Animal Care segment with Dr. Dimitri Brown, director of emergency services at Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson. Plus, a newsmaker interview with District 1 Pima County Supervisor Ally Miller. 5/15/2013
Today on Buckmaster – Representative Bruce Wheeler (D-District 10), Minority Whip for the Arizona House of Representatives. Then, Certified Financial Planner Shelly Fishman has the Tuesday Money Maker Report. Also, Justin Debolt, finance director for the new Tucson hotel project known as ALOFT. Plus, Linda Ray of the Tucson Weekly with the Buckmaster bi-monthly arts report.5/14/2013
Today on Buckmaster – The Monday Political Face-Off features John Munger and Vince Rabago. Also, we talk with ASU Education Professor Dr. David Garcia, who is considering a run for Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction. Plus, a fun summer is planned at Tucson’s Reid Park Zoo and we get a preview from Kristen Metzger, the zoo’s education supervisor. 5/13/2013
Today on Buckmaster - The Friday Focus Interview is with State Senator Steve Farley (D-District 9). Then, it’s the Reporters’ Roundtable features Mark B. Evans, administrator of the TucsonCitizen.com, and Sarah Garrecht Gassen, editorial writer and columnist at the Arizona Daily Star. Plus each Friday at 12:50pm, Weekend Watch with Matt Russell.5/10/2013
Today on Buckmaster – We kick off the show with a conversation with Allison Cooper, vice president of marketing at the Metropolitan Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau. Also, we talk with Ward 3 Tucson Councilwoman Karin Uhlich and historian Ken Scoville about the 6th Annual Historic Miracle Mile Open House and Tour. Plus, a preview of this Saturday’s “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive with Community Food Bank President/CEO Bill Carnegie and Dan Turrentine of the National Association of Letter Carriers.5/9/2013
Today on Buckmaster – Ready for another cup of coffee? Coffee is on our discussion agenda with Victoria Maizes, MD, executive director of the University of Arizona-based Center for Integrative Medicine. Also, a preview of the summer air travel season with Richard Gruntzel, CFO of the Tucson Airport Authority. Plus, Dr. Robert Hendricks, Buckmaster education contributor, on a cheating scandal that is rocking the education world.5/8/2013
