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#881 - Robert Greenidge / Michael Utley of Club Trini The Robert Greenidge / Michael Utley of Club Trini Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Interogative… If you put that question backwards, as “here you are,” it’s declarative. Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour, folks. Now, we know that Mr. Jimmy Buffett recently went into the hospital. It happens to us all, that’s for sure. I think we can be certain that all of the listeners, your announcer who is speaking as well as Paul are sending him prayers and well wishes. Jimmy means a lot to the world of music and we look forward to him getting back to his old self. We are about to listen to an in-depth interview with Michael Utley and Robert Greenidge of Club Trini! That’s exclamatory. Greenidge & Utley are longtime members in Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band in addition to their Club Trini project. This interview was recorded in old Key West, Florida. Yes, it goes back a number of years when Paul was just a wide-eyed pup getting started in the world of radio. Michael and Robert being the great gentlemen that they are stopped in to a backyard and gave Paul as much time as he wanted. Nice guys, aren’t they? Michael Utley recently mentioned this interview and we thought it was worth bringing it out to to all of our listeners on Spotify, Apple, iHeartRadio, et cetera. It has been digitally remastered for your listening enjoyment. Here’s an imperative, that means request or command. Please consider liking The Paul Leslie Hour on Facebook. You can also subscribe on YouTube. Do it now. So let’s hear Michael Utley and Robert Greenidge down in Key West, sitting down with Paul Leslie to talk about Club Trini, Jimmy Buffett and the many artists they recorded with. Let’s listen together.

#880 - Count M'Butu The Count M'Butu Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Please be here. Oh, I’d love it if you were only here, listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. So what do we have for you today? This is an interview from our archives. Recorded backstage in Athens, Georgia, this is an interview with Count M’Butu we’re about to hear. This was conducted around 2006 when the Count was playing with the Derek Trucks Band. Born Harold L. Jones in 1945, he passed away in 2021. Count M’Butu was known as a consummate percussionist and played with the Aquarium Rescue Unit, John Popper of Blues Traveler, Colonel Bruce Hampton and many other bands and musicians. He also made a solo album and composed. Please subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. We have lots of content just like this. Subscribing is free and easy to do. Well, ladies and gentlemen, we won’t keep you waiting. Here is our interview with the late Count M’Butu!

#879 - Steve Kimock The Steve Kimcock Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Sure, you’re here….listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. Paul Leslie, hmmm kind of a blue collar Larry King, huh? As a lot of you know, The Paul Leslie Hour, has quite an extensive archive of radio interviews. Some of them are what they call phoners. That is, telephone interviews. This is an interview today with guitar virtuoso Steve Kimock. He’s been heavily compared to Jerry Garcia, but he really is his own deal. Your host Paul Edward Leslie had the chance to see him in concert. It blew his mind. In this very short, casual phone interview, guitar legend Steve Kimock talks about his influences and some of the great artists he’s worked with from Bernie Worrell to Bruce Hornsby. This interview has been digitally remastered for your listening enjoyment. So I think it’s important to let you know that we do take contributions to keep the show going. Things like the digital remastering and the hosting do cost money. Just go right here. And now ladies and gents, it’s time to bring out the Steve Kimock interview. I feel like we owe it to you. Let’s let the show begin. We want to hear that phoner. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#878 - Leon Mobley The Leon Mobley Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I ask that question because I want to. I have to. You could say from an instinctual standpoint, I need to. You got me? This interview is from the radio archives and it goes back quite a bit. So just imagine a much younger Paul Edward Leslie with a small sound recorder backstage in Athens, Georgia. He was sitting down with the percussionist and drummer Leon Mobley. He was playing with Ben Harper. It was a huge, sold-out concert of Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals. We think this was probably 2006. As you’re about to hear this is quite a listening artifact. Leon Mobley is an excellent speaker, full of passion and interesting too. He’s made some great albums on his own and collaborations. This interview in and of itself is just the thing to get you going down a Leon Mobley journey. Oh, oh, oh! We’d love it if you liked The Paul Leslie Hour on Facebook. We’ve got some great shows coming up and Facebook is a good way to stay in touch and communicate. Also, subscribe on YouTube, please? Let’s get Leon Mobley going. This tape is ready to have a new life! The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#877 - Tom Freund The Tom Freund Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? If you’re here, it’s kind of a miracle. That’s what we think anyway. This show has been bringing people together for a long time. Going on 20 years. The interview you’re about to hear with singer-songwriter Tom Freund is from our radio archives. Paul was just a pup. This Tom Freund interview was recorded the evening of August 1, 2005 backstage at the Tabernacle in Atlanta, Georgia. Tom was kind enough to allow us to play a live recording of "Copper Moon” from that very night, for your listening enjoyment. This is what the audience including Paul heard that night, and then after the show the interview you’re about to her took place. We want to note that the song “Cooper Moon” included in this episode is the intellectual property and copyright of Tom Freund and is included here by permission of Tom Freund. Please support him go to tomfreund.com You got that? Seriously, if you haven’t check out his excellent work. Also, please subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. We’re trying to push the show as we roll into 20 years. Plus you get to stay updated with awesome content just like this. Thank you. Let’s hear the Tom Freund interview. It’s time enough.

#876 - Leslie Uggams The Leslie Uggams Interview on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? When you’re here, and we’re here we have both parts of the equation that make up The Paul Leslie Hour. We’ve got quite an archive of interviews here, getting closer and closer to one thousand of them. We’ve got one of them, recorded for the radio with a bona fide show business legend: Leslie Uggams. Film, Television and Broadway Actress and sublime Singer, the legendary Leslie Uggams was interviewed by the host Paul Edward Leslie. Leslie Uggams is known playing the role of Kizzie Reynolds in the acclaimed television miniseries “Roots,” and also appearances in the musical Hallelujah, Baby! In recent years she appeared in the Deadpool movies. When Paul had the chance to speak with Leslie Uggams, she had just released her album “Uptown Downtown.” Have you heard it? Leslie Uggams is a phenomenal singer, but if you want to listen to “Uptown Downtown,” you’ve got to get the CD… that way you can listen to “Uptown Downtown,” morning or night. Okay, I think it’s important we tell you that we need some more reviews on Apple Podcasts. If you listen to the show, and you like it - please give The Paul Leslie Hour a good review. We sure would appreciate it. And now, let’s delve into that chat Paul Leslie had with the legendary Leslie Uggams. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#875 - Vanessa Racci The Vanessa Racci Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? If you’re here, would you let me know? Look, I like knowing that it’s you and that you’re here! This is The Paul Leslie Hour, whether you know that or not. Okay, we’ve got an interview from our audio and radio archives. This was when Jazz Singer & Recording artist Vanessa Racci joined Paul Edward Leslie to talk about her debut album "Italiana Fresca.” If you look at the song titles on that album you’ll notice words that…well, aren’t English. You see, Vanessa Racci’s album “Italiana Fresca” features her interpretations of songs from the Italian-American Songbook. We’d like to remind you that The Paul Leslie Hour will be hitting 20 years of interviews this October. We can’t do this without you, the listeners. Please go right here and we thank you. Okay, let’s hear from Vanessa Racci. It sounds like a good idea to me. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#874 - Jessica Molaskey Returns The Jessica Molaskey Returns Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Here’s hoping you are. You’re being here is really everything to us. Like so many of you, we were very sad to hear about the passing of Gordon Lightfoot. One thing’s for certain, there have been some great Canadian songwriters. From Lightfoot to Leonard Cohen, and inevitably we think of Joni Mitchell. What we have for you is an interview with Jessica Molaskey from our archives. This was Paul Edward Leslie’s second appearance on The Paul Leslie Hour. In this interview Jessica Molaskey talks about her studio album, “Portraits of Joni,” on Ghostlight Records, featuring her interpretations of Joni Mitchell songs. In fact, the official Joni Mitchell website even publicized this interview when it originally broadcast on the radio. Real quick, if you’ve got a moment…would you please subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube and also like us on Facebook? It really helps us as we make our big push as this show turns 20 years old this Fall. We thank you. And now it’s time we listened to this second interview of Jessica Molaskey, right here on The Paul Leslie Hour. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#873 - Diane Baham Diane Baham is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? It’s always a pleasure when we find out you’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour, one of the most unique compendiums of interviews available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, iHeartRadio and many other places. We’ve got a phone interview with Diane Baham. Now, Diane Baham comes from a very interesting family. Her late father Roy Baham was a great country music songwriter. Roy Baham was born in 1927 in Amite, Louisiana and passed away in Nashville, Tennessee in 2012. Roy wrote some classic country songs, like “Charlie’s Shoes,” recorded by Billy Walker, and “Blue Lonely Winter,” recorded by Jimmy C. Newman. Ray Price, Bobby Bare, Jeannie Seely, Burl Ives, Skeeter Davis, they all recorded Roy Baham songs. Diane’s brother, Jonathan Baham was also an artist and songwriter. Jonathan Baham or Johnny as he was called, was born in Bessemer, Alabama in 1951 and passed away in St. Petersburg, Florida in 2016. Jonathan Baham wrote the song “Lovely Cruise,” recorded and made famous by Jimmy Buffett on his “Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes” album. The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by listeners like you. Please help us in our mission of helping people tell their stories and preserving history. Go right here to support us and we thank you. With that, it’s time to start the interview. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#872 - Tim Finn The Tim Finn Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Here to listen? Here to hear? Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour, you’re here and that’s good enough for us. We’ve got a super short interview from the archives. This was an impromptu backstage interview with Tim Finn, completely off the cuff. Tim Finn has had quite a career, from his time with Split Enz, Crowded House, the Finn Brothers and then there’s his solo work. This interview went down at Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, Georgia. Tim Finn touches on his early days, his solo record “Imaginary Kingdom.” Finn also talks about the inspiration behind the Crowded House song “Weather with You,” which he co-wrote with his brother Neil Finn. Since I have your attention, I wonder if you’d subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. It not only helps you keep up to date with our interviews, but also helps us out a whole lot. And while you’re there, ring the bell. Thank you! It’s a real quick interview on this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour, but I think it’s time to start. So let’s start.

#871 - Ilo Ferreira Returns The Ilo Ferreira Returns Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? You better be here, because if you’re not here - we can’t take this moment to let you know that you’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour! What we have for you, ladies and gentlemen, is a short interview from the archives, back in 2011. Ilo Ferreira was interviewed at Center Stage in Atlanta, Georgia. This is his second interview on The Paul Leslie Hour. Ilo had released his album “Gather People Together” on Mailboat Records. Ilo Ferreira is from Cape Verde, an island off the coast of West Africa. He was discovered by Jimmy Buffett and as they say, “the rest is history.” Folks, we’re going to be hitting the 20 year anniversary of the very first broadcast on radio. We’re trying to really give this show a push. Please, we need your help. Subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. We thank you! Let's listen together! The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#870 - George Duke The George Duke Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? We’ve got you tuned in don’t we? Yeah, you’re here indeed, listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. We’ve got something meaningful and enjoyable for you, ladies and gentlemen. This is an archival interview with George Duke, a legend of music. The interview was recorded in George Duke’s hotel room in Atlanta, Georgia. It was before he was to perform at the Variety Playhouse. George Duke was a composer, recording artist, producer, and singer-songwriter. He was born on January 12, 1946 and sadly passed away August 5, 2013. His contributions to music were immense. Some of you may be aware that April is Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM). Well, if you want to appreciate some jazz, we recommend listening to this interview and then delving into the George Duke discography. Lots of jazz in there, and some jazz-funk, Brazilian music and more. We invite you to listen to the man’s work. George Duke’s handlers told Paul that he had 15 minutes with George. Paul knocked on the door, and away they went. What you’re about to hear is what went down. You’ll hear about his early days and also about his time with Frank Zappa. It was a warm-hearted little chat. We’re doing all we can get to get more and more content like this out there to the masses. Please like The Paul Leslie Hour on Facebook so you can stay updated and help us in our mission. We thank you. And now, here is the interview with the late George Duke. Let’s listen together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#869 - John Lovell The John Lovell Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I asked, but I already knew that you were! Whether you know it or not, you’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour! We’ve got an exciting interview from the archives with trumpeter John Lovell. Composer and trumpet player John Lovell’s musical career has had some very interesting chapters. Of course he’s got some jazz history and since April is Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM), we thought let’s get this John Lovell interview out there. Now, John Lovell started playing trumpet at five years old, but professionally it all started with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra. Through the years he got to play with a lot of great acts: The O’Jays, Tony Bennett, Ben E. King, and Bob Hope. When Paul caught up to talk with Johnny Martini Lovell, he was in Atlanta on one of the off days of the Jimmy Buffett tour. A lot of you know John Lovell has been performing with Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band for more than 30 years…since 1992. Hey, did you all hear that Jimmy Buffett is going to release a new album this September 2023? So far we hear the title of the record is going to be “Equal Strain on All Parts.” It’s going to have some really great talent on the album: Lennie Gallant and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band for starters. We’ll keep you apprised. Just remember, The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by people just like you, the listeners. Just go right here, and we thank you for listening and for supporting. Are you ready to hear what John Lovell had to say to Paul Edward Leslie? I know I am. Let’s listen together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#868 - Tayla Lynn Tayla Lynn is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour! Are you here? If you’re here, there’s a few things I should say to you. First of all, it’d be welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. What else can I tell you, my friend? Let’s see, our special guest is a bright-eyed, energetic, talented, beautiful singer and songwriter? Yes, I’m referring to Tayla Lynn: The Coalminers Granddaughter. Many of you know that Tayla Lynn is the granddaughter of country music icon Loretta Lynn. And I suppose I should tell you that this interview was recorded in beautiful Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Oh, oh, oh and it was just minutes before Tayla took the stage with Tre Twitty. Tre is the grandson of Conway Twitty. See, they perform as “Twitty and Lynn.” Okay - so you should know that backstage means you’ve got to do the interview where you can and that may mean “on the fly,” but side note please subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube and maybe even like us on Facebook. It helps us in a lot of ways. Would you do that? Real quick, remember when we told you about Paul’s new pup? Just wanted to update you all. She was at the vet the other day and weighed in at 33 pounds, up from 26 two months ago. A few of you asked so there ya go. Now it’s time to start the show with Tayla Lynn. I think you’ll like this one. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#867 - Barry Cuda Returns The Barry Cuda Returns Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Okay, let’s get this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour started! This is the second interview with Barry Cuda. If you’ve never had the pleasure of listening to Barry Cuda, he’s a blues, boogie woogie, barrelhouse and ragtime pianist. He’s always one of Paul’s absolute favorite acts to catch in Key West. This time around, Barry Cuda took Paul to his secret rehearsal place in Key West and gave the interview you’re about to listen to, right there at his piano. They talked about this and that, and also Barry’s album “New World Blues Roots,” which featured Alfred “Uganda” Roberts who used to play congas with Professor Longhair. Something isn’t it? Here’s something else. The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by people like you. The listeners. Just go right here, and we thank you! Okay, let’s hear Paul Edward Leslie and Barry Cuda. This is their second go-around. Let’s hope for a third one, right? Let’s listen to what went down at that secret rehearsal space.

#866 - Clarence “Frogman” Henry - Third Interview Clarence “Frogman” Henry is a guest on The Paul Leslie Hour for a third time! Are you here? First time? Been here before? Either way, welcome to _The Paul Leslie Hou_r. We’ve got an all-time favorite singer, recording artist and New Orleans Legend with us. Yes! Clarence “Frogman” Henry is here, making his third appearance on The Paul Leslie Hour. Now, Paul he looooves the Frogman. There’s good reasons. Just listen to his great songs: Ain’t Got No Home, “(I Don’t Know Why) But I Do,” and oh yeah, “You Always Hurt the One You Love.” We’re definitely honored to welcome Clarence “Frogman” Henry on this episode. The Frog is going to be reminiscing about his pal Jimmy Buffett, the late Fats Domino, and oh yeah - his upcoming appearance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Clarence “Frogman” Henry will be at the blues tent on Friday, April 28th. He’ll see you there, okay? Mmmhmmm. We’d sure appreciate it if you subscribed to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. And also liked us on Facebook. It’s going to help us as we push into our 20th year this Fall. Let's hear what the Frogman has to say! The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#865 - Charlie Musselwhite Charlie Musselwhite is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Well, hello! Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour, home of interviews with the greatest artists ever. We’re welcoming bluesman Charlie Musselwhite. Right about now, harmonica player, singer, and guitarist Charlie Musselwhite will be talking about his new record: Mississippi Son. He will also talk about his forthcoming appearance at the 2023 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by folks like you. Yeah, you! You can go right here. Let's listen to Charlie Musselwhite in conversation! The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#864 - Glenn Slater The Glenn Slater Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? This is The Paul Leslie Hour. We want to welcome you and make you feel just fine here. We’ve got an interview from the archives with Glenn Slater. It’s an interesting one. Glenn Slater is a prominent lyricist in the world of musical theatre. A multiple Tony nominee, Glenn Slater has written with composers like Alan Menken and Andrew Lloyd Webber among many others. In addition to the theatre, Glenn Slater also wrote lyrics for the animated Disney film “Tangled.” Now, as you’re about to hear, Glenn Slater is an interesting guy. You’ll soon understand he’s honest. He’s going to tell you like it is. We’re pleased that we have so many interesting interviews in our growing compendium. You can support us by subscribing to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube and liking us on Facebook. Can you do that for us? Let’s hear that interview with lyricist Glenn Slater. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#863 - Susan Egan The Susan Egan Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? You’re probably here. I’m guessing you’re in the right place, and you’re tuned in to The Paul Leslie Hour, that much is certain. What do we have for you, here? An interview from the archives with Susan Egan, most likely. Oh yes, definitely… it’s Paul’s interview with actress, singer, concert performer, recording artist and dancer Susan Egan. She came on to talk about her album "The Secret of Happiness" and other topics. It's one of those light-hearted, but heartfelt interview. This was a telephone interview, or as they say in the biz a phoner. Susan was on the West Coast, but rumor has it she lives in Nashville these days. Now, you may probably want to support The Paul Leslie Hour by making a small, medium or large contribution. Just go right here. I think it’s quite possibly time to start the interview. Let’s do it, daddy-o. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#862 - Jeffrey Lord Are you here? Whether you know it or not, you’re tuned in to The Paul Leslie Hour. Joining us for his second exclusive appearance is political analyst and commentator, columnist and author Jeffrey Lord, who’s been telling it like it is for a long time. Jeffrey Lord has tons of insight into the times we’re in – the unprecedented indictment of a United States President! Plus, his predictions on what 2024 has in store. Please subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube to stay apprised of all of our exclusive interviews. Let the show begin! The Paul Leslie Hour - Helping People Tell Their Stories is a talk show with new episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#861 - David Shire The David Shire Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Let’s see what we’re serving on this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. Looks like we’ve got an interview from the archives with David Shire. It’s an honor to present this to you all. An Academy & Grammy Award-winning composer, David Shire has made quite a name for himself in the world of musical theatre. He’s also known for working with some celebrated lyricists, including Richard Maltby, Jr. Many devoted Barbra Streisand fans undoubtedly know several of the songs Maltby & Shire wrote from those early albums. So many other great singers have recorded David Shire’s tunes: everyone from Johnny Mathis to Vanessa Williams. Keep in mind folks, The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by you, the listeners. Just go right here! Now it’s time to enjoy this short interview with composer David Shire. Let’s listen together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#860 - Richard Maltby, Jr. The Richard Maltby, Jr. Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? That’s right, you are! Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour, a place to listen to interviews with fascinating people. We’ve got a great interview from the archives with Richard Maltby, Jr. This was recorded for the radio and a pleasure to present to you all. Lyricist Richard Maltby, Jr. wrote many successful songs with composer David Shire as well as other composers like Andrew Lloyd Webber. Now, quite a few of the Maltby & Shire songs were even recorded by Barbra Streisand. He’s got quite an interesting story. Maltby is the son of the late famed bandleader Richard Maltby, Sr. As you’ll soon hear, our guest Richard Maltby, Jr. is an interesting man. We’re trying our best to grow our YouTube channel. Subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel to keep apprised of all of our interviews. I think it’s time. This is a rare, candid interview with Richard Maltby, Jr. Let’s listen together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#859 - Dean Dillon - Third Interview Dean Dillon joins The Paul Leslie Hour for a third time! Are you here? Now that you are, let’s get right down to it. Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. We’ve got an exceptional guest for you on this episode. This is the third interview with legendary songwriter Dean Dillon. In 2020 he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, country’s highest honor. And in 2002 he was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. The songs of Dean Dillon are loved by many: “Tennessee Whiskey,” “The Chair,” “Marina Del Rey,” “A Lot of Things Different,” “Miami, My Amy,” and there are so many more. His songs have thrived. The Paul Leslie Hour has been going for 19 years and counting, thanks to the support of viewers and listeners like you. We’re not done yet. Just go right here. And now, we take you to Saint Augustine, Florida where your host Paul spent a few moments with country music icon, Dean Dillon. Paul would like to give warm thanks to Susie Dillon and Howard Jackson Curry for helping make this interview a reality. Ladies and gentlemen, enjoy the show!

#858 - Paul Alexander Nolan The Paul Alexander Nolan Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I’m going to hope you’re here because if you weren’t here, who knows where you are. Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. Look, I’m the announcer of the show. I’m just going to announce today’s episode and then go about my day if that’s all right with you. Today we present an interview with Paul Alexander Nolan. Sometimes your host, Paul Leslie talks to a person and just thinks from the beginning, “here we go. This is going to be good. More on Paul Alexander Nolan in a moment, but I’d like to invite you to subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel and The Paul Leslie Hour on Facebook. It really helps us in our work of helping people tell their stories. Now, what you’re about to listen to is theatre actor, singer, guitarist and recording artist Paul Alexander Nolan sitting down with Paul Leslie to talk about his career as a thespian. Nolan has appeared in quite a few Broadway and Off-Broadway productions as well as film & television. Of interest to a lot of you, Paul Alexander Nolan was cast as Tully Mars for the Broadway music "Escape to Margaritaville" musical. At the present time, you can see Paul reprise his role as Hugh Dorsey on Broadway in a new production of “Parade.” Okay, I’m going to introduce the show. Take over Paul’s. Both of you.

#857 - Jake Shimabukuro The Jake Shimabukuro Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? You’re tuned in to The Paul Leslie Hour. If you’re here, listening is always free. We welcome you. We’ve got an interview from the archives with ukulele performing and recording artist Jake Shimabukuro goes back to 2005. Jake Shimabukuro’s star was just rising. These days, he’s still at it and has worked with some real heavyweights, both in the studio and on stage. The Hawaiian-born Jake talks about his life, oh, and playing with that Jimmy Buffett fellow. Now, this interview was a phoner, the call took place just prior to Jake boarding an airplane. We apologize for the audio interruptions from the airport announcements, but we’ve done our best to improve the sound quality, okay? We’ve got an enormous archive at The Paul Leslie Hour. If you can contribute, it will help us greatly in these efforts. Just go here, and we thank you. Okay, folks. Let’s listen to the first Jake Shimabukuro interview. The second one is…forthcoming. Enjoy the conversation!

#856 - Scott Kirby Fourth Interview Are you here? It’s time ladies and gentlemen, for The Paul Leslie Hour. This is the fourth interview of Scott Kirby! Key West singer-songwriter Scott Kirby is releasing his 10th album on the Little Flock Music record label on March 27, 2023. This CD, Dream of Your Life was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee, but Kirby says he started working on these songs in Newfoundland back in 2019. Hey, real quick. You can keep up with us by subscribing to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel and liking The Paul Leslie Hour on Facebook! And now, let’s get this show going. Here’s Scott Kirby in conversation with Paul Leslie, folks. Not Charlie Rose. Paul Leslie. Similar, but in many ways different. Enjoy the show. For 19 years, Paul Leslie has had a talk show. New episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. People from all walks of life have called in or dropped in to chat and mostly tell the truth. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment, Culture, Humor and sometimes personal improvement.

#855 - Gene Watson Returns The Gene Watson Returns Interview on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Indeed… you are here, faithfully tuned in. By listening to The Paul Leslie Hour, you’re embracing the art of listening. We have someone truly great joining us, for his second appearance on the show. When we think about the greatest country singers, the ones still singing real country songs, inevitably the name Gene Watson comes up. There’s just nobody who sings quite like that. It’s now been more than 60 years since his debut in the music business. Gene Watson is turning 80, but is he slowing down? HA! Well, he’s got 80 tour dates scheduled this year in celebration of that milestone. He also knocked it out of the park with his latest album, "Outside the Box." You know, The Paul Leslie Hour is the very definition of independent media. We rely on people just like you. Just go right here, and put a little something into the hat. And now ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to hear your host Paul E. Leslie interview one of his absolute favorite country singers: Gene Watson. Let’s listen together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#854 - Vivek Ramaswamy Vivek Ramaswamy is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour! Are you here? Good morning, good afternoon and good evening, this is The Paul Leslie Hour. On February 21, 2023 Vivek Ramaswamy announced he was entering the 2024 Presidential Race. Vivek says he wants to help restore merit in America, revive Free Speech and save our American identity. But, who is Vivek Ramaswamy? Politico called him “The intellectual godfather of the anti-woke movement.” He’s an entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author. Your host Paul Leslie read and reviewed Vivek’s book Woke, Inc. His interest in Vivek Ramaswamy’s ideas was piqued. With no expectations, Paul sent him a letter. The Vivek team responded in kind and invited him to an event in Charleston, South Carolina on March 18, 2023. Vivek sat down to chat with Paul for just a moment and you’re invited to watch. Please subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel to stay in the loop with our interviews. Now, let’s hear what Vivek Ramaswamy has to say. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#853 - Henry Kapono Henry Kapono is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Oh! Aloha. It’s The Paul Leslie Hour, a show that’s helping people tell their stories for 19 years and counting! On this episode we’re joined by multi-Grammy nominated singer & songwriter Henry Kapono. Henry is pure Hawaiian. “Kapono” is the Hawaiian word for righteous. As you’re about to see, he’s a most righteous guy. Born and raised in Kapahulu, (that’s a town just outside of Waikiki) Henry Kapono and his tunes are full of positive energy and the aloha spirit. You may know Henry Kapono’s song “Duke’s on Sunday,” inspired by Duke’s: the beachfront destination and restaurant in Waikiki. Ya know, Jimmy Buffett liked that song so much, he recorded his own version. Yeahhh… Since you’re such a cool bunch, we’d love for you to subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. It’s free, plus that way you won’t miss a thing. And now, it’s our pleasure that The Paul Leslie Hour presents Henry Kapono!

#852 - Jaimoe The Jaimoe Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Ever notice that if you say “are you here” backwards, it’s “Here you are”? And here you are listening to another episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. Welcome to here. This interview with Jaimoe comes from our archives and we can’t wait to present it to you. Jaimoe is a legendary drummer, percussionist and founding member of the Allman Brothers Band. Jaimoe began drumming at a very early age and joined Otis Redding’s touring band as a young man. He followed this with a stint with the legendary duo Sam & Dave. Jaimoe continued to tour with the Allman Brothers Band until their very last show. Our guest is still active to this day with his own band, Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band. In 2012 they released their debut studio album “Renaissance Man.” Worth listening to folks! Whoah. Keep in mind everyone, The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by people just like you. Just go here and put a little something into the hat. We depend on you so we can do more. Now let’s listen to that interview, when Jaimoe called into the show. Let’s hear that call. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#851 - Derek Trucks The Derek Trucks Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Yeah? Mmmkay, all right welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. We’ve got a real quick interview with musical great Derek Trucks, called one of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time. This interview from the archives goes back to 2006, and we’ve been itching to get this out into the world. This interview was recorded on the Derek Trucks Band tour bus prior to one of their concerts at the Georgia Theatre in Athens, Georgia. Derek’s fame was just beginning to grow. Derek Trucks began playing music as a child, and by age 11 was performing for money. Even before his 20th birthday he’d already played with Buddy Guy, Bob Dylan, Stephen Stills, Joe Walsh. He founded the Derek Trucks Band in 1994 which continued on for around 16 years. Derek Trucks officially joined the Allman Brothers Band in 1999, people were really starting to notice. Along with Susan Tedeschi, Derek’s wife, he formed the band Tedeschi Trucks Band in 2010. What the Tedeschi Trucks Band accomplished in the studio and in live performances is beyond impressive. Ahhhh! Oh yeah folks, the Tedeschi Trucks Band is a headlining act in the 2023 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Yes, sir. Get your tickets now, ladies and gents - at nojazzfest.com Tedeschi Trucks Band will be performing April 30th. Be there, mmkay? All right, let’s go on that tour bus and hear what transpired in this very quick interview. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#850 - Oteil Burbridge The Oteil Burbridge Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? If you’re here, we’re thrilled, honored and proud to welcome you to another episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. This interview with musician Oteil Burbridge aired on the radio back in the day - ehh around the year 2005. Ever since it’s been sitting around on tape just waiting to get out into the world, and we’re excited about it. Oteil Burbridge is a multi-instrumentalist, most known for his phenomenal bass playing. Oteil has worked with some great acts on stage and in the studio. He’s well known as a member of the Allman Brothers Band from 1997 to 2014. Oteil was also a founding member of Dead & Company, the Tedeschi Trucks Band and the Aquarium Rescue Unit. He’s worked with everyone from Colonel Bruce Hampton to Derek Trucks. When the interview went down with Oteil Burbridge he was performing with his band, Oteil and the Peacemakers. Your host Paul was way into the three albums from Oteil and the Peacemakers and was thrilled to sit down with Oteil. Oh, oh, oh folks! Dead and Company, with today’s guest Oteil Burbridge will be headlining the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival this year. You’re going to want to be there, May 6th. Get your tickets at www.nojazzfest.com Real quick, subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube it’ll help you keep up with more interviews just like this. Now let’s take you to that evening in Athens, Georgia. When Paul sat down for a laidback, heartfelt and at times humorous conversation with Oteil Burbridge. Happy listening, everyone. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#849 - Thom Tollerson The Thom Tollerson Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I know that if you just heard that question, it’s really not possible for you to be anywhere, but here. So what do we got for ya today? It’s an interview from the archives with Thom Tollerson. The Kindred Spirit was a folk trio featuring Thom Tollerson, Phil Rolleston and Deborah McColl. Thom Tollerson is a very musical man. In addition to being a music teacher, guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, Thom Tollerson also operates the 106 West live music venue and music school which is where this interview was recorded. And by the way, that’s at 106 West Athens St. in historic Winder, Georgia. This interview was recorded to document the 40th anniversary reunion concert of The Kindred Spirit folk trio. Hey, if you haven’t already can you subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour YouTube channel? It’s a great way to stay up to date with all of the interviews and reviews we do, and it’s absolutely 100 % free. It’s the right thing to do. Let’s play the interview with Thom Tollerson. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#848 - Deborah McColl The Deborah McColl Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are? Are You? Are You Here? Thank you for joining The Paul Leslie Hour for another episode. What’s in store for you this time around? It’s an interview from the archives with Miss Deborah McColl. The Kindred Spirit was a folk trio featuring Deborah McColl, Thom Tollerson and Phil Rolleston. Deborah McColl today is a Psychotherapist. She is also a singer-songwriter and guitarist. Many people know McColl as the original “Reeferette.” Meaning? Deborah McColl was the first backup vocalist for Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band from 1978-1981 and appeared on 5 of his albums and co-wrote two of his songs. As a recording artist she released her solo album “Naked in the Garden.” This interview with Deborah McColl was recorded the night before the 40th anniversary reunion concert of The Kindred Spirit folk trio. Keep in mind, The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by people just like you. Please keep on listening it helps us. If you’d like to put a little something in the tip jar, just go right here. and we thank you. I think I speak for everyone when I say that it’s time we all listen to the Deborah McColl interview. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#847 - Phil Rolleston The Phil Rolleston Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? It sure seems like you are. Yep, you’re here listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. What do we have for you? It’s an interview from the archives with folkie Phil Rolleston. The Kindred Spirit was a folk trio featuring Phil Rolleston, Thom Tollerson and Deborah McColl. In 1968, a recording was made of one of their live concert, using one microphone. In 2008, the tape of that recording was resurrected and the audio cleaned up. It was that recording that provided the inspiration for the band to have a reunion 40 years later. The three members of the trio were interviewed by Paul E. Leslie the night before their reunion concert. Phil Rolleston was the first to be interviewed. You’re about to hear the recording of that interview. The YouTube channel is growing inch by inch. Please consider subscribing to The Paul Leslie YouTube channel. It helps us a lot, and it’s free to do so. I think the best move now is that we all listen to the Phil Rolleston interview. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#846 - John Goodwin Fourth Interview The John Goodwin Fourth Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Really and truly here? Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour! Y’know, for most people who have been interviewed by Paul…it’s a one-time deal. It’s like two ships passing in the night. Then there’s John Goodwin. We’re pleased to present his fourth interview. This went down a few years back. John Goodwin is a songwriter, recording artist, spoken word performer, poet and painter. He writes in all styles, everything from rock to country. Check out his paintings at http://www.goodwinartgallery.com This episode has an added bonus. Yep, we’ll be playing music from his album “The Next Small Thing.” Oh, and John Goodwin also performs a couple of his original songs: unplugged. “The Next Small Thing” is the seventh John Goodwin studio album, and definitely the most difficult to categorize. In addition to his solo albums, John Goodwin has written songs recorded by Michael McDonald, Jeff Bridges, Brad Paisley, Rita Coolidge, Sebastian Bach and many more. Just a quick announcement: The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by listeners and viewers just like you. Go here and throw something in the tip jar. We thank you. You know what’s coming next right? On with the show! The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#845 - Dickey Lee Dickey Lee is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour! Are you here? Ya know, here on The Paul Leslie Hour, we divide all people into two groups. The “here” and the “not here.” If you’re here, welcome to the episode! We’ve got an on-camera interview with a bona fide legend in the world of song! Singer, songwriter, performing and recording artist Dickey Lee sits down to talk with your host Paul Leslie. This interview went down in Dickey’s Tennessee home. Now, Dickey Lee is an inductee of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. He’s written some great songs, and everybody knows “She Thinks I Still Care,” the #1 hit for George Jones. As a recording artist himself, Dickey Lee has had nearly 30 songs on the chart. You’re invited to subscribe to The Paul Leslie YouTube channel. We think we’re on our way to 3,000 YouTube subscribers. Couldn’t do it without you! Oh! Oh! Thank you to the supremely talented Amanda Colleen Williams for making this interview with Dickey Lee possible. Who’s ready to hear from Dickey Lee now? Roll it! The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#844 - Karrin Allyson The Karrin Allyson Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? We need you to be here! We want you to be here, listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. We want to welcome you to the show! We need to welcome you to the show! We have a really quick interview from the archives. Paul was speaking with singer and recording artist Karrin Allyson. She’s a multiple Grammy-nominee. So what you’re about to hear is jazz vocalist Karrin Allyson talking with interviewer Paul Leslie about her album "Many a New Day: Karrin Allyson Sings Rodgers and Hammerstein.” On that record she interpreted songs ranging from ‘Oh, What a Beautiful Morning’ to ‘Happy Talk’ to ‘I Cain’t Say No’… Real quick, I need and want to tell you that this show depends on listeners just like you. Listening to the show is a big help, but you can also contribute by going right here. And now, I need to finish this intro so we can hear the Karrin Allyson interview. I want to, too!

#843 - Bobby Wood Bobby Wood is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour! Are you here? Yes! Why, Yes, you are! Thank you for tuning in to a brand new episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. We’re honored to welcome Bobby Wood. A highly skilled pianist, songwriter and recording artist, Bobby Wood hails from Mississippi, and became known as a member of “The Memphis Boys,” a group of studio musicians who worked with many great recording artists including Elvis Presley. Bobby Wood has a long association with the touring and recording artist dynamo Garth Brooks. In fact, Bobby played on every single Garth Brooks album. There’s even a book you can get your hands on: Walking Among Giants: From Elvis to Garth: The Bobby Wood Story. We want to thank our friend, singer-songwriter, artist and business woman Amanda Colleen Williams for helping make this interview with Bobby Wood possible. We’d also like to thank Dickey Lee for his hospitality. If you enjoy our content and we hope you do, please subscribe to the Paul Leslie YouTube channel. It ensures you won’t miss any of our exclusive content. And now, I think it’s time for Bobby Wood. Let’s listen together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#842 - Don Black Are you here? Let’s all take in a deep breath. Now, let’s all exhale. Go ahead, you’ll thank me. Now that we’ve all shared a moment of quiet, let’s begin another episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. Welcome! We’ve got an interview from the archives with Sir Don Black. There are so many great talks out there and it is our goal to make them available on as many platforms as possible. Sir Don Black is a lyricist and inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame who has written songs with some of the most celebrated composers in history: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Quincy Jones, John Barry, Michel Legrand, Henry Mancini, Michael Jackson, Marvin Hamlisch, and Charles Strouse, just to name a few. In addition to being a lyricist, Black has worked as a stand-up comedian, song plugger, radio personality and personal manager to the late Matt Monro. It was a great pleasure for Paul to interview him. We think you’ll enjoy listening. We thank each and everyone for listening to the show. We also like to give extra thanks to everyone who supports independent media by going to thepaulleslie.com/support We thank every single person who contributes. And now folks, we have nothing left to do but sit back and listen to this interview with lyricist Don Black. Let’s listen together.

#841 - Billy Vera The Billy Vera Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Coming at you from the coast of Carolina, this is The Paul Leslie Hour. Wherever you are: north, south, east or west, we want to welcome each and everyone one of you to another episode. Throughout 19 years of interviews, there is quite a sizable archive. This episode features a telephone interview with the great Billy Vera. Yes, that Billy Vera. You may know Billy Vera & The Beaters and their supremely successful song “At this Moment.” Billy Vera, of course, wrote that song. It’s gone on to be recorded by everyone from Michael Bublé, Wayne Newton and Tom Jones. Billy Vera is a musician, singer, songwriter, actor, author and music historian. This interview took place surrounding the release of his album “Big Band Jazz.” It’s an exceptionally cool album, check it out folks. Oh, oh, right! Thank you all of the new people who subscribed to The Paul Leslie YouTube channel. We’re getting close to 100 subscriptions since the new year began. Okay, there’s really no reason to delay. It is indeed time for the Billy Vera interview. Let’s hear that tape. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#840 - Louisa Kendrick The Louisa Kendrick Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Are you here….now? If you’re here, and you’re here now, then that means it’s happening. That means you’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. For that, we give our heartfelt thanks. What we’ve got for you all is an interview from the archives. It’s one of those short and sweet ones from the radio days. Actress, dancer, and writer Louisa Kendrick joined The Paul Leslie Hour to talk about her adventures in film, on the Broadway stage, television and as a dancer with Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band. Louisa Kendrick is a lovely woman. You’ll get that from this fun chat. Now, if we could have your attention for one moment. The Paul Leslie Hour is made possibly by listeners like you. We depend on people to listen to the show, but also some folks have been kind enough to be patrons of the spoken word. To do that, you just go right here. And with that announcement out of the way, I’ll go ahead and give Paul the thumbs up, which he always knows means “Roll tape, buddy.” Let’s listen…together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#839 - Michael Utley Returns The Michael Utley Returns Interview on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? What do you say we get this rolling? Oh, as the announcer I should tell you that this is The Paul Leslie Hour. It’s an interview show. Been going for 19 years. If it’s your first time: welcome. Thank you for tuning in. So, this is a very brief interview. It’s an impromptu episode with returning guest Michael Utley. Michael Utley has been the musical director and keyboardist with Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band since 1973. He’s far too humble to admit this, but he’s an authority on Jimmy Buffett. He played on every single album since A White Sport Coat and a Pink Crustacean. Mr. Utley also happens to be an incredibly nice man. That’s just the way it is. So, it can be a strange thing that reunites people. In this case, Utley called Paul to comment about the country song “When the Wild Life Betrays Me,” that he co-wrote with Jimmy Buffett and Will Jennings. It appeared on Buffett’s 1984 album “Riddles in the Sand.” Utley was just about to do a sound check. You see, the evening of this interview he was just about to take the stage with Jimmy and the band in Key West, Florida. They talk about that and a little more. We’re really working on growing the Paul Leslie YouTube channel. Please subscribe for more exclusive content like this. Yes, folks. It’s free and quick. And we thank you. Let’s get right into it with a masterful musician, Mr. Michael Utley. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#838 - Marshall Chapman - Third Interview Marshall Chapman Third Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Oh! Now, where are you? Some of you are in Key West, no doubt about it. Some of you are … somewhere else. Wherever you are, welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. We’ve got a really quick somewhat impromptu interview with singer-songwriter, author, actor and spoken word artist Marshall Chapman. Now, this is the third interview on this show with Marshall Chapman. Paul called her up to talk about her time with Jimmy Buffett. The catalyst was the somewhat obscure, but brilliant song she co-wrote “Beyond the End,” from Buffett’s album Last Mango in Paris. They didn’t waste any time getting into the question and answer. You’re going to love this casual talk with Miz Marshall. Check out her website would you? It’s tallgirl.com Oh and please keep in mind folks, The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by viewers and listeners like you. Just go here. And we thank you for being a patron of stories and the spoken word. Okay, let’s listen together. If you wonder what they talked about, you’re about to find out. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture. Support The Paul Leslie Hour by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-paul-leslie-hour

#837 - Baayork Lee The Baayork Lee Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I mean, really here? Like are you with us. I see Paul motioning for me to get on with it. Alright, alright. Just trying to welcome the listeners to The Paul Leslie Hour. Sheesh. We are proud to present an interview form the archives with a real star of theater. Baayork Lee has lived a life in the performing arts that many could only dream of. Born in New York City’s Chinatown, Baayork has performed as a singer, dancer and actress. Behind the scenes she has worn the hats of choreographer and theatre director. Baayork Lee made her debut as a dancer on Broadway at the age of five in the 1951 production of The King and I. She met the legendary dancer Michael Bennett at the High School for Performing Arts. Her creative relationship with Michael Bennett endured throughout his life. In 1975, Baayork Lee was invited by Michael Bennett to participate in the workshops which resulted in the famed musical A Chorus Line, with music by Marvin Hamlisch, lyrics by Edward Kleban and Book by James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante. The original Broadway production ran for 6,137 performances. The role of “Connie Wong” was based on Baayork Lee. Baayork Lee has been one of the loudest voices in the enduring legacy of Michael Bennett’s work. With encouragement from Michael Bennett, Baayork Lee turned to choreography. She has directed many national and international theatrical companies. Ever active, Baayork Lee serves on the Board of Directors of the National Asian Arts Project (NAAP). Not long ago, Baayork Lee choreographed a performance of OLIVER! at the Pershing Square Signature Center. In celebration of the performances, Baayork Lee talked with Paul. You’re about to hear this very spirited conversation and we hope you can find her enthusiasm as inspiring as we do. Paul’s trying to get my attention. Hold on a sec. Oh! Right. Oh yeah, we had 75 new subscribers to The Paul Leslie Hour YouTube channel. Right. Thank you all. So please people, if you have it in your heart, subscribe to the channel to keep plugged in with all of our videos. We thank you. Okay, it’s the Baaylork Lee interview. Let’s listen together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#836 - Peter Mayer - Songs for the Birds Peter Mayer is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour. Singer-songwriter and recording artist Peter Mayer is a recurring guest on The Paul Leslie Hour. For this interview, with a few musical performances, Peter is interviewed in the most domestic of places, his home. He was kind enough to join The Paul Leslie Hour for a talk about "Songs for the Birds," the latest album on the Little Flock Music label. We'd be most honored if you could join us. Audio or video version is available and always free. You can also be a patron of the spoken word by going right here, and we thank you. We hope you enjoy the show. Please consider sharing this interview to help spread the word. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#835 - John Goodwin - Third Interview The John Goodwin Third Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Believe it or not, I already knew you were here. Believe me, I knew you had tuned in to The Paul Leslie Hour. Would you believe Paul took a little four day trip to Nashville, Tennessee. You better believe it. One of the activities Paul found himself enjoying was having a burger and fries at Brown’s Diner. He said it was exceptional, maybe even unbelievable. One of the highlights of the trip was to spend time with the clever, very witty John Goodwin. It made Paul recall this archival interview recorded telephonically many years back. John Goodwin is really an incredible singer-songwriter. At the time of the interview, he had released his album entitled “Goodwin.” That unbelievable record featured a new direction for John with solo acoustic performances and duets with Jessica Andrews, Michael McDonald and Jeff Bridges. John Goodwin is also a visual artist–a painter and photographer. Please check out goodwinartgallery.com to see some of his work. Another interesting fact about John. His songs have been featured in several major motion pictures including Crazy Heart, Surf’s Up, The Amateurs, and Tideland. We’d be so honored and pleased if you’d subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. We’re really trying to push the channel as it helps us in our pursuit of our mission. What mission is that? Helping people tell their stories. Please believe in us and subscribe. Okay, let’s hear this third interview with John Goodwin from the archives. It’s got that kind of “telephone” sound to it, but you’ll be able to understand. Transcript is on the website for your convenience and reading pleasure. I believe it’s time to start this one. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#834 - Michael John LaChiusa The Michael John LaChiusa Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Okay, I need and want to tell you a little bit more. What you’re listening to is an interview show. It’s a show that features interviews. We call it The Paul Leslie Hour, because that’s what it’s named. Each episode has a guest. That guest has to answer questions. Well, they don’t have to, but so far all of them have been willing to talk. On this episode we present an interview from our archives with 5-time Tony award winner Michael John LaChiusa. In the world of musical theatre, Michael John LaChiusa is well known for his shows including “Hello Again,” “Marie Christine,” “The Wild Party,” and “See What I Wanna See.” He is respected as a composer, lyricist, and librettist. In addition to Michael John LaChiusa’s work in theatre and opera, he is also a performer of his own work at concert and cabaret venues. So, in this interview, LaChiusa will be talking to Paul E. Leslie about his influences, history and his creative work. We’ve got so many interviews we want to get out there to the masses. Our show is made possible by people like you, or, we should say the supporters. Just go to thepaulleslie.com/support - we thank you for listening and supporting. And now, it’s time for the Michael John LaChiusa interview. Let’s listen together.

#833 - Maury Yeston The Maury Yeston Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? If you’re here, it’s obviously because you like to know stuff. It’s also possible you like to listen to people talking. In fact, on every single episode of The Paul Leslie Hour that there’s ever been has someone or another talking. Your host Paul Leslie talks, the announcer, (that’s Dan Gold) talks too. But the person who talks the most in every episode is the guest. Understandable. This time we present an interview from our library of interviews, with Maury Yeston. He’ll be talking. Maury Yeston allows us into his musical mind! He is a composer, lyricist, educator, musicologist and Tony award-winner. Perhaps best known for his music and lyrics heard on the Broadway stage, Maury Yeston wrote the lyrics and melodies for “Nine,” (based on Fellini’s film 8½ )as well as “Titanic.” He wrote the music and lyrics for “Phantom,” based on the 1910 novel “The Phantom of the Opera.” Yeston also wrote a great deal of songs for the Broadway musical “Grand Hotel.” In addition to several original Broadway cast albums of his songs, a compilation album of his songs was released entitled “The Maury Yeston Songbook.” And it’s worth noting Broadway actress Laura Osnes released an entire album of his songs entitled “If I Tell You (Songs of Maury Yeston).” If you are fascinated by the art of songwriting or a lover of musical theatre, this interview will be of great interest to you. Maury Yeston freely expresses his thoughts and recollections. Writers and lovers of songs alike will enjoy this fascinating interview. Before we start the interview, we just want to thank all of you who have subscribed to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. Slowly, but surely it’s growing. Won’t you subscribe? It’s the best way to stay plugged in to the show. And now, it’s time we played the interview with the unforgettable Maury Yeston! The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

#832 - Barbara Cook The Barbara Cook Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I know that you are here, and let me start by expressing our respect and gratitude for your decision to tune in to The Paul Leslie Hour. Thank you! These interviews we curate and broadcast are snapshots in time. They’re sound portraits of people who have created something special. The guests are people who have captured the attention and appreciation of your host, that’d be Paul. Sometimes those people have passed away. On this episode we present our interview with the late Barbara Cook. It was a very magical moment when she called in to chat for a few minutes. Broadway legend Barbara Cook talked about her life as a singer, actress and recording artist. Barbara Cook discussed her favorite songwriters, and her album “You Make Me Feel So Young.” She was one of the rare singers to receive acclaim into her eighties. Barbara Cook was especially known for her interpretations of the songs written by theatre legend Stephen Sondheim. We have many interviews like this, worthy of being heard. Please consider supporting our efforts by going right here, and we thank you for helping independent media. I think it’s about time. Let’s listen…. together. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.