When Mr. Palmer talked, we listened: the AP interviews
A highlight of producing every issue of Kingdom during Arnold Palmer’s life was the opportunity to interview him on a range of subjects. Here are some highlights from the archives
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Jim McMahon: Quarterback Punk
One of the most charismatic and controversial figures in NFL history, Jim McMahon has fluid drained from his brain four times per year.
New Sticks: Vini “Mad Dog” Lopez
Vini “Mad Dog” Lopez was the original drummer for Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, thrashing it out for many unpredictable, hard-rocking, cash-strapped years before embarking on a very different career as a caddie
Kelly Tilghman
Kelly Tilghman, the Golf Channel presenter, spoke to Kingdom about life, work, family and caddying for Arnold Palmer
Bing Crosby: Swinging on a star
Sportswriter Art Spander used to listen to Bing Crosby’s music. Crosby used to read Spander’s column in the San Francisco Chronicle.
Carson Daly
One of the most recognizable voices and faces in American media today, Carson Daly picked up a club long before he sat in front of a microphone.
Angie Everhart
So much more than just her red hair, the editor confirms that Angie Everhart doesn’t need anyone’s permission to be exceptional
Diego Klattenhoff
A bigger fan of action than he is of conversation, Diego Klattenhoff reminds the editor that golf balls are born to be punished
Eagles and Birdies: Don Felder
Don Felder is playing tons of golf, touring with his new band and looking forward to meeting Arnold Palmer again.
Goodell Hunting
There are few positions in world sport more powerful or influential than that of Commissioner of the National Football League. Paul Trow tracks down Roger Goodell.
Palmer and the President
One of Arnold Palmer’s most enjoyable rounds of golf was played almost half a century ago at the scene of this year’s U.S. Open, in the company of his great friend, President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The King shares his treasured memories of this occasion at Merion with Dave Shedloski
Hines Ward
People tend to shut up in the face of greatness, and when it comes to Hines Ward there’s an awful lot of greatness to behold.
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