Kate McMahon believes truth is how we see the facts and context is how we see the truth. Her documentaries, podcasts, social media and writing reflect this core value.

Based in Portland, Oregon, Kate McMahon is an Emmy award-winning producer, director, writer and journalist of news, documentaries, podcasts and digital content. Kate’s work includes programs for FRONTLINE; The PBS NewsHour, NOW With Bill Moyers, national PBS and OPB. Kate’s most recent documentary series for OPB, Class of 2025, follows a group of Oregon students on their journey through school. In 2022, Kate joined Oregon Art Beat to produce short-form documentaries about artists in Oregon.