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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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#693 - David Krakauer Mar 11, 2022

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#693 - David Krakauer

The David Krakauer Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

It’s The Paul Leslie Hour! This episode features an interview with clarinetist and recording artist David Krakauer.

It is not often an album is so instantly alluring as David Krakauer’s “The Big Picture.” David Krakaeur is a clarinetist extraordinaire and “The Big Picture” is his renditions of 12 songs from major movies throughout the years…and what a collection it is! At the forefront is the clarinet, but what makes this record so great is how innovative Krakauer is at interpreting the songs.

Perhaps the most represented are songs from Woody Allen films: “Si Tu Vois Ma Mère” composed by Sidney Bechet which appeared in Midnight in Paris among others. Variety is key here. There’s Krakauer’s cover of “People,” made famous by Barbra Streisand in Funny Girl, flawlessly followed by the Sheldon Harnick & Jerry Bock song “Tradition” from Fiddler on the Roof.

All it took was listening to “The Big Picture” once and Paul knew Krakauer was an artist he had to speak to. We hope you enjoy their heart-to-heart interview.

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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.

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#692 - Arlo Guthrie Mar 09, 2022

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#692 - Arlo Guthrie

Arlo Guthrie is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

On this episode we’re joined by singer-songwriter, storyteller Arlo Guthrie, an American Treasure and icon in the music business. Arlo Guthrie is a masterful storyteller, whether through his own very eclectic songs like the famed "Alice's Restaurant Massacre" or his wonderful interpretation of Steve Goodman's "City of New Orleans." In the world of music, Arlo Guthrie is in a class of his own, having performed for 60 years.

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Arlo Guthrie has not retired from performing, but no longer travels to perform. Think on that a moment. Well, even better give this interview a spin. You'll be really glad you did. Ya gotta love Arlo. We do.

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#691 - Harold Shedd Mar 07, 2022

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#691 - Harold Shedd

The Harold Shedd is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

We have one of the greats in the record business. Harold Shedd is a music industry exec and one of the top record producers of our time. Mr. Shedd is here for an exclusive interview with Paul Leslie. Harold Shedd has produced everyone from Alabama, Toby Keith, Billy Ray Cyrus, Roger Miller, Mel Tillis, Louise Mandrell, Dobie Gray, K. T. Oslin, Glen Campbell and Willie Nelson.

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Well, we’ve got a good one here: Harold Shedd on The Paul Leslie Hour.

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.

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#690 - Jennifer Schottstaedt Mar 04, 2022

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#690 - Jennifer Schottstaedt

The Jennifer Schottstaed Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

It’s The Paul Leslie Hour, and you’re tuned in to another episode, this time Paul talks with actress Jennifer Schottstaedt. William Shakespeare wrote the words, “All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players.” Actors are the artists who use their voice, face and body to present a visual and audio story. Many would say actors affects the heart and mind of the audience. Actors are interpreters of a story.

In this interview, we will be joined by an actor of the stage, Jennifer Schottstaedt. She has performed in some of the greatest plays including Shakespeare classics like Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and also Tennessee William’s Sweet Bird of Youth…and other works such as 5 Faces for Evelyn Frost; Jane, The Fox and Me and a production of Les Liaisons Dangereuses at Actor’s Express.

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Now, it’s time for Jennifer Schottstaedt to share her story and perspective which she has gained as a result of dedication to her craft and her work as a teacher, helping other actors learn the art.

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#689 - Bill Whittle Mar 02, 2022

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#689 - Bill Whittle

Bill Whittle is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour

We're proud to present an interview with the Great Bill Whittle. Bill Whittle is a California-based writer, director, on-camera talent, pilot and news commentator who speaks on America, history, and current events. He's the owner of BillWhittle.com and co-host of Right Angle, The Virtue Signal, Firewall, Bill Whittle Now and the host of The Stratosphere Lounge.

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And now, we present a great thinker, captivating speaker, well-read historian and unparalleled media personality: Bill Whittle!

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#688 - Bob Vernon - Mardi Gras Feb 28, 2022

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#688 - Bob Vernon

The Bob Vernon "Mardi Gras" Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Hello folks, and happy Mardi Gras! Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour.

It’s almost Fat Tuesday, and we have some very unique listening content for you. This is an interview Paul had with Global Entertainment Producer Bob Vernon. Bob has since passed away and Paul sure misses him. They had many a long conversation and shared a lot of laughs. Bob Vernon was certainly the kind of guy who had the gift of gab.

In this interview, Bob Vernon talked about the tradition of Mardi Gras, the Carnival celebrations synonymous with New Orleans. A native of Louisiana, Bob Vernon had a dream to make Mardi Gras a global and multimedia phenomenon.

We think that if you listen to this interview, get your hands on some of that King Cake, and put on your flashiest, most festive clothes - you’ll soon know the true meaning of Mardi Gras.

Bob is greatly missed. We hope you enjoy this interview, with the late, great Bob Vernon.

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#687 - Sophie Lellouche Feb 25, 2022

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#687 - Sophie Lellouche

The Sophie Lellouche Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

For some people, fate is kind, but it’s never fate alone that creates lasting art. For Sophie Lellouche, her great talent in writing a great script and her optimism resulted in her first film, Paris-Manhattan.

How many filmmakers can say that there very first film featured great French actors like Alice Taglioni and Patrick Bruel…? Furthermore, Sophie Lellouche’s script caught the eye of a legend in film, Woody Allen. Woody Allen agreed to appear in the filmmaker’s debut picture! Paris-Manhattan is a French film with English subtitles. It is a pleasure to meet the woman behind the film.

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On that note, I think it’s time we listen to Paul’s interview with filmmaker Sophie Lellouche. What do you say?

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#686 - Lee Stewart Feb 23, 2022

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#686 - Lee Stewart

The Lee Stewart Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Lee Stewart is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, recording artist, performer and music teacher from Saint Catharines, Canada. He’s a somewhat young musician and was kind enough to do this interview while visiting the United States. Paul Leslie notices talent and he notices hustle. He saw both of those things in Lee Stewart.

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And now, Lee Stewart of The Lee Stewart Band!

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#685 - Greezy Joe & Magua Interview on The Paul Leslie Hour Feb 21, 2022

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#685 - Greezy Joe and Magua

The Greezy Joe and Magua Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Back when Paul’s show was airing on Radio Margaritaville, there was one song that created a frenzy every time it was played. People would get in touch and ask, “What was that cool song I heard?”

The song was “Rum,” by Greezy Joe. It created a sensation, and there was never a tune Paul played that would inevitably create a buzz every single time. Same goes for everyone who encountered the song. Henry, the engineer thought it was great! When Paul and Jeff were in the studio producing the radio show, there was mutual affection for the song. As they say, “Shoulda been a hit.” Well, you just never know.

When Paul got ahold of the Greezy Joe & The Cheap and Easy Band’s album “Sail On,” he felt fortunate. Why? He knew he had stumbled upon greatness. He met Greezy Joe and his cohorts on the street of Savannah one St. Patrick’s Day.

In no time, Greezy Joe and one of the Cheap and Easy band members, Magua were in the studio to tell a bit of their story.

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#684 - Buddy Cannon Returns Feb 18, 2022

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#684 - Buddy Cannon Returns

Buddy Cannon Returns to The Paul Leslie Hour.

The name "Buddy Cannon" is heard in many parts of the music business.

Cannon is a songwriter who has written songs recorded by Willie Nelson, Vern Gosdin, The Oak Ridge Boys, Mel Tillis, Alison Krauss, George Strait, Billy Ray Cyrus, Craig Morgan and Sammy Kershaw. Buddy Cannon was recently inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

He's made a name for himself as a record producer. Learning from people like the great Jimmy Bowen, Buddy Cannon has made some great albums. He's the producer of choice for Willie Nelson and Kenny Chesney.

This is an in-depth interview with Buddy Cannon. We're honored to feature him and honored to have you listening in.

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