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**The Paul Leslie Hour**

For 22 years, The Paul Leslie Hour has been about one thing: helping people tell their stories. From legends of arts and entertainment to today’s cultural voices, Paul Leslie brings conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. New episodes every week.

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#813 - A.J. Lambert Dec 16, 2022

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#813 - A.J. Lambert

The A.J. Lambert Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? It’d be cool if you were. Hiya. We’re The Paul Leslie Hour. You’re the listener. Pleased to welcome you.

Real quick before we introduce our guest AJ Lambert, would you subscribe to your host Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. It’s fast and free to do so. Our subscriptions are slowing down and we’d love it if you helped pick things up.

The modern art of radio, remember that? It used to be just that very thing—an artform. The radio DJs would play these sets of songs, of varying lengths, and these sets would tell a musical story. These radio broadcasts were unique and tuning in could be an entertaining or inspiring experience for the listeners out there.

In those days of radio’s past, the radio disc jockeys could play whatever they wanted. The interview you’re about to hear is with AJ Lambert, and she is reminiscent of those days. A.J. Lambert was the host of a show called“Third Generation” on Sirius XM radio’s “Siriusly Sinatra” channel.

AJ Lambert? She’s also a musician and recording artist like her mother, Nancy Sinatra, late uncle Frank Sinatra, Jr. and of course, her grandfather Frank Sinatra. It almost goes without saying that Frank Sinatra remains one of the most renowned singers and entertainers of all time.

Before the interview begins, please remember that The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by you, the listener. To be a patron of the spoken word, just go here.

So let’s get to it, yeah? Let’s hear A.J. Lambert’s very honest perspectives.

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.

#812 - Amanda Erlinger Dec 14, 2022

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#812 - Amanda Erlinger

The Amanda Erlinger Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? That’s a question that only you know the answer to, but if you are here - just know this. You’re tuned in to The Paul Leslie Hour.

It’s a great pleasure to present this interview from the archives with Amanda Erlinger.

Just a quick precursor before we get started. Would you subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube? If you could, it would make a big difference and help a bunch. We’re trying to double our YouTube subscribers before we hit 20 years. It’s free and fast to do so.

Ever notice that a kaleidoscope of images surround us daily, still and in living motion? It is the artist who sees the miracles in both the great and seemingly ordinary things. Using paintbrushes or cameras, these visions and images can be preserved. That way these pictures can be admired again and again.

On this episode you will encounter Amanda Erlinger, an artist and photographer. Amanda Erlinger is a native of Los Angeleno. Amanda gives thanks to her grandfather for teaching her certain artist’s techniques and concepts. Amanda Erlinger’s grandfather was someone known to the whole world. His name? Frank Sinatra.

The late Frank Sinatra, was not only a vocalist, recording artist and actor, but also a painter. Amanda Erlinger compiled a book of photographs, working with Robin Morgan. The book’s title is simple. “SINATRA.” It is the only sanctioned, luxury book in commemoration of the centenary, that’s 100 years since Frank Sinatra’s birth.

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And now ladies and gentlemen - it’s time to start the interview with Amanda Erlinger. Let’s begin then.

#811 - George Kalinsky Dec 12, 2022

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#811 - George Kalinksy

The George Kalinsky Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? If you’re here and you know it, clap your hands. No, you don’t have to do that. We don’t give orders to the listeners when you’re tuned in to The Paul Leslie Hour. Welcome to the show!

Could you do us a favor real quick before we get going? Could you subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube? That’d be great. We thank you for your support!

We’ve got an interview from the archives with George Kalinsky, a legendary figure in the world of photography.

George Kalinsky is the official photographer for Madison Square Gardens and Radio City Music Hall. He’s had a fascinating life and taken many iconic photos in the world of basketball, boxing and entertainment.

Now, George Kalinsky took iconic photos of THEE singer Frank Sinatra. Since December 12th is the birthday of Sinatra, we thought it would be fitting to bring this interview out. On this show, the official position is: SINATRA FOREVER.

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Before we start this interview with George Kalinsky, we’d like to give a shout to Robert Griffiths, founder of Chítta Latte. Paul bumped into him at the festival in Mount Pleasant. Hey, that mushroom and collagen infused espresso he sampled was pretty rad!

Okay folks - it’s time. Let’s begin the interview.

#810 - Walt Johnson Dec 09, 2022

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#810 - Walt Johnson

The Walt Johnson Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? Oh! Don’t answer. Just nod your head - yes or no. That’s right. Yeah, nod your head just like that. We’ve got it from here. You’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. Just relax…and keep on listening.

We want to thank everyone who has subscribed to The Paul Leslie Hour YouTube channel. We’ve been seeing the influx of subscribers and well, we thank you. We’re trying to double the number of subscribers before we hit our 20th anniversary. We think we’re going to do it.

We’ve got an interview from the archives that we’d like you to listen to. It’s with Trumpeter and recording artist Walt Johnson. Now, Walt’s a real straight shooter. A “tell it like it is” type.

He’s going to be telling us a bit about his history as a performer with some of the greatest talent in history: Elvis Presley, Wayne Newton, Frank Sinatra, and also Frank Sinatra, Jr., Then there’s Barry Manilow, Henry Mancini and many others. Walt Johnson has also made some great records of his own. Check ‘em out.

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It’s time we let you hear our interview with Walt Johnson. You’re going to love Walt as much as we do. Happy listening.

#809 - Mike Smith Dec 07, 2022

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#809 - Mike Smith

The Mike Smith _Interview is featured on _The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? We think it’s better that you’re here than somewhere else! Thank you for cruising in.

Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. We have an interview from the archives with Jazz Saxophonist Mike Smith, a native of Chicago.

Before we tell you more about Mike Smith, can you do us a quick favor? Subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. It’s easy to find, free to do and once you do ring that bell. Please.

Now, more about today’s interview…Chicago saxophone legend Mike Smith has performed all around the world and worked with more than 100 greats of music: Nat Adderley, Jimmy Heath, Clark Terry, Tony Bennett, Natalie Cole, Linda Ronstadt, Diane Schuur, Harry Connick Jr, Nancy Wilson and Frank Sinatra.

Mike Smith toured with Frank Sinatra Jr. until the very end of Frankie’s life. That’s how we got connected with Mike Smith. And we’re very glad we did.

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And now ladies and gents, it’s the Mike Smith interview. It’s time.

#808 - Andy Murray Returns Dec 05, 2022

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#808 - Andy Murray Returns

Are you here? See, now I like that. You’re here and you’re tuned into The Paul Leslie Hour!

You know what else I like? We’ve got a returning guest. Chef Andy Murray of the Murray Brothers Caddyshack Restaurant. Yeah, they’ve got two locations: one in the Chicago area and one in Saint Augustine, Florida. Now if you’re curious about the food, your host Paul can tell you what he likes.

Now, Andy Murray comes from, well let’s just say the Murray household was a full house. Andy’s parents Edward and Lucille had nine children - here we go: Ed, Brian, Nancy, Peggy, Bill, Andy, Laura, John and Joel. Did you get all of that?

Now, who out here is wondering what that dinner table was like?

Well, Andy Murray was kind enough to drop in and talk about a few things including his new cookbook EAT, DRINK AND BE MURRAY: A Feast of Family Fun and Favorites, published by an imprint of Harper Collins. The book has a foreword by Bill Murray and is getting good reviews. You’ll probably like it.

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Are we all ready for Andy Murray? You’d like that, wouldn’t you?

#807 - Grégoire Maret Dec 02, 2022

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#807 - Grégoire Maret

The Grégoire Maret Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? Let me guess, you’re here. And let me guess you want to get in and out with today’s show.

You heard it’s a short interview from the archives on this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. Right. It’s the interview with jazz artist Grégoire Maret.

Now folks, sometimes Paul is only given a few minutes with the special guest, but what remains is nonetheless a little piece of history. Some of the interviews aren’t long, but they’re potent. Like this one.

Ok. So, Grégoire Maret is a musician, recording artist and concert performer from Geneva, Switzerland. He is recognized as the top jazz harmonica players. Grégoire worked with people like Jimmy Scott, Pat Metheny, Marcus Miller, George Benson and many others. On this episode, he is interviewed about his debut solo album "Grégoire Maret” and more.

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And now folks, we must do what we set out to do. It’s the Grégoire Maret interview. It’s a short one today, but there’s some cool things to learn. Roll tape.

#806 - Bernard Weinstock Nov 30, 2022

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#806 - Bernard Weinstock

The Bernard Weinstock Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? Are you here with us… today? Are you here….. tonight? Whether it’s today or tonight, you’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. Thank you for being here today… and tonight.

So this is a short interview for the archive that we’ve got for you today…. Or tonight. Listen whenever you please. You’ll be hearing Paul E. Leslie’s interview with Julliard-trained pianist and composer Bernard Weinstock today… or tonight. In this interview Weinstock talks about his life and times as a musician and composer. Bernard Weinstock also talks about his album "American Romance.”

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We don’t have all day. We don’t have all night. Let’s hear that interview with Bernard Weinstock. And one more thing. Make it a great day. And night.

#805 - Dave Koz Nov 28, 2022

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#805 - Dave Koz

The Dave Koz Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? Can I be so bold to ask that question of… YOU? Of course, I want to welcome you to The Paul Leslie Hour and thank you for tuning in.

Well, it’s that time of the year again. I don’t even have to tell you what time that is. C’mon. It’s why we’re going to play this tape for you. An interview with jazz artist Dave Koz.

The great saxophonist Dave Koz joined Paul E. Leslie for an interview about his musical career and collaborators. Dave Koz is one of the most respected saxophone players in popular recorded music, bar none. This interview took place prior to a past Christmas tour.

Well, the 2022 Dave Koz and Friends Christmas concerts are underway. This is the 25th anniversary Christmas tour. Just check out davekoz.com It’s spelled k-o-z. If you get a chance to go backstage, would you tell Dave Koz that The Paul Leslie Hour says hello?

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You’re about to hear a great interview with Dave Koz. Among the topics, Dave will discuss his radio show, his love of music, his friendship with Barry Manilow and more. Enjoy the show, and DON’T MISS DAVE KOZ THIS CHRISTMASTIME!

#804 - Gina Belafonte Nov 25, 2022

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#804 - Gina Belafonte

The Gina Belafonte Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Are you here? If you’re here, it’s pretty important that you realize and completely understand that you’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. We all on the same page here?

Gina Belafonte is the producer of the documentary film SING YOUR SONG, which was directed by Susanne Rostock. The film tells the untold story of singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte (that’s Gina’s father). In the short chat you’re about to hear, Gina Belafonte tells us about the making of the film and what inspired it.

Gina Belafonte was born and raised in New York City. Her background is in entertainment and activism, something she has in common with her father Harry Belafonte. Did you know he was just inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and at 95 years of age no less?

Harry Belafonte is known around the world for popularizing songs like Day-O, Jamaica Farewell, Jump in the Line, Matilda and many others as well as his acting and activism.

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And now, let’s hear this interview with Miss Gina Belafonte.