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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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#613 - Nicole Yarling Sep 06, 2021

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#613 - Nicole Yarling

Nicole Yarling is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Singer, songwriter, violinist, recording artist and teacher Nicole Yarling is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour!

Yarling has worked with some of the greats in music, from Joe Williams, Dizzy Gillespie, Jimmy Buffett and Dr. John. She fronted the band Little Nicky and the Slicks, which gained great acclaim. These days, Nicole Yarling is a professor at Florida Memorial University.

What a great, lively interview with a fascinating woman. Meet Nicole Yarling, 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.

#612 - Les Reed OBE Sep 03, 2021

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#612 - Les Reed OBE

The Les Reed Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Les Reed O.B.E., was one of the greatest contributors to popular music and the songs he co-wrote are all of the evidence you need.

“It’s Not Unusual” is the signature song of Tom Jones, and “Delilah,” recorded by Jones is one of Tom Jones’ most beloved songs. Les Reed had a hand in both of these.

“There’s a Kind of Hush,” is one of the songs most associated with Peter Noone and Herman’s Hermits, but there’s more.

Les Reed has written songs recorded by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Englebert Humperdinck, the Dave Clark Five, Connie Francis, Petula Clark, The Carpenters, Barry Manilow and too many others to list.

On top of all of this, Les Reed was a very open-hearted man and one with great gratitude for those who enjoyed his work. This interview will take you into the musical heart and mind of a truly great composer.

#611 - Janet McMahan Sep 01, 2021

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#611 - Janet McMahan

Janet McMahan is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour!

Janet McMahan is an uplifting presence, as you’ll soon experience in this interview on The Paul Leslie Hour. A pianist, songwriter and performing artist, she is a producer of everything from musical works, audio books and dramatic works. She’s toured as Roy Orbison’s keyboard player.

As a musician she’s worked as a session keyboard player and vocalist. McMahan’s in-studio credits include Dolly Parton, Steve Winwood, John Denver and Carrie Underwood to name just a few. As a songwriter, her songs have been recorded by Lynn Anderson, Sonny James, Frank Sinatra, Jr. and Big Bird. How’s that for variety? Janet McMahan has published more than 1,500 songs.

However, Janet McMahan gets her greatest satisfaction performing for elderly people at nursing homes. Her enthusiasm is a great source of joy and her raison d’être.

I’m so pleased to present this interview with a woman who understands that music is a gift to be shared, that is to be enjoyed as a communal experience. Janet McMahan is on The Paul Leslie Hour, a humbling and inspiring experience!

#610 - Steph Henderson Aug 30, 2021

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#610 - Steph Henderson

Steph Henderson is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Steph Henderson is an actor, writer, singer and performer. In this interview, Steph shares the passions, tribulations and rewards of being an artist. The audience is treated in the end to a spectacular a cappella song performance.

Meet Steph Henderson, right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#609 - Fred Koller Aug 27, 2021

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#609 - Fred Koller

The Fred Koller Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Fred Koller is one of those guys, you just know he's interesting. Instantly! Then you get to talk to him. A lot of people know him as a songwriter. He's also a singer, guitarist and a performer. Koller has been active in the music business since 1973.

Fred Koller has written some really poignant songs, but also some novelty numbers like "Let's Talk Dirty in Hawaiian," and "Elvis was a Narc." He's had cuts from major artists in the world of folk and country music. Everyone from Jerry Lee Lewis to Bobby Bare and Loretta Lynn have recorded his work.

Koller is also well known as a bibliophile! He owns the Rhino Booksellers in Nashville, Tennessee where one can find many old and rare books. He's also written a few titles that are out there in the world.

It was a pleasure to have Fred Koller drop in on The Paul Leslie Hour. Happy listening!

#608 - Archie Jordan Aug 25, 2021

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#608 - Archie Jordan

The Archie Jordan Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour!

Archie Jordan is an exceptional music talent and a fabulous guy to boot. In this exclusive interview, Archie Jordan talks about the many great songs he has written. They've been recorded by the likes of Ronnie Milsap, Amy Grant, B. J. Thomas, Barbara Mandrell, and Anne Murray to name a few!

After you hear his beautiful compositions, you will not forget the name Archie Jordan. You'll be very glad you tuned in. He's right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#607 - Dr. Douglas Young Returns Aug 23, 2021

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#607 - Dr. Douglas Young Returns

Dr. Douglas Young Returns to The Paul Leslie Hour.

Longtime professor Dr. Douglas Young's book Deep in the Forest, is a great, entertaining read. It tells the tale of 35-year-old Elton Peabody, a history teacher who has a terrifying experience in his small, Southern town. But, what was it?

Young came in for a face-to-face interview to talk about the process of writing, his influences and the greater meanings a reader may make. It's a passionate and in-depth interview.

What a thrill to have Douglas Young back. For those who have read the book, or those that haven't, this interview may be just the companion. It may even get you to think about the book in a different way. The words are here, just for you. And away we go!

#606 - Lauren Francesca Aug 20, 2021

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#606 - Lauren Francesca

Lauren Francesca interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

We’re living in an age when those with the desire and passion for reaching people with their creative work has expanded beyond the media we know of radio, television and motion pictures. The world wide web has seen the rise of what we call “internet personalities.” Although she has numerous film and television credits, actress Lauren Francesca is widely known via the video-sharing website YouTube.

You could say acting and performing is in her blood, Lauren Francesca’s father is Broadway actor, dancer and choreographer Fred Siretta. Her YouTube channel “I Want My Lauren” is approaching 250,000 subscribers and has amassed 22 million views. Increased visibility and the constant creation of content has lead Lauren Francesca to be featured on the news program 20/20, an invitation to speak on a panel about digital media at South by Southwest, appearances in several music videos and collaborations with many other top YouTube sites as well as feature film roles.

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.

#605 - Curtis Armstrong Aug 18, 2021

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#605 - Curtis Armstrong

The Curtis Armstrong interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Actor Curtis Armstrong is known for his many roles in motion pictures. Risky Business, Revenge of the Nerds, he also played Ahmet Ertegun in the movie Ray, about Ray Charles. Curtis Armstrong was in the TV series Moonlighting.

In addition to being an actor, Armstrong has a strong affinity for the musical stylings of the late great Harry Nilsson. In this interview that was originally broadcast on the radio, Curtis Armstrong talked in great detail about why he appreciates Harry Nilsson’s music so much as well as his fondness for books.

I think the listener will gain a great appreciation for Armstrong’s candor and passion.

#604 - Paula Nelson Aug 16, 2021

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#604 - Paula Nelson

Paula Nelson is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour!

I'm very pleased to be welcoming this woman. Paula Nelson is as real as they come. For fans of the Sirius XM radio channel "Willie's Roadhouse," you hear her as one of the prominent lovable and personable radio hosts. She's also on the Outlaw Country Channel.

Paula Nelson is also a soulful singer. As a recording artist, she's released a number of albums. Last year she interpreted some great songs. You can look up the singles "The Reason and the Rhyme," "To Be Alone with You," and "Brand New Key." She's also written songs, which she has recorded herself as well as other artists.

Paula Nelson has shared the stage and recorded with people like Ray Wylie Hubbard and her father Willie Nelson.

Check out Paula Nelson, singer, songwriter, recording artist and disc jockey... right here on The Paul Leslie Hour!