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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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#483 - Lanny Fiel Nov 06, 2020

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483 - Lanny Fiel

Lanny Fiel is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

I have on the show an influential music man. Lanny Fiel is the guest. He is a multi-instrumentalist: fiddler, guitarist, pianist. He's a performer and recording artist, music director, producer, author, teacher, radio personality and music historian. He has some interesting stories and diverse experiences. He was the teacher for Amanda Shires. He was a violist for the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra. Early on he co-wrote a song with Jimmy Buffett and played on some of his earlier albums back in the 1970s. Lanny Fiel had a friendship with the late, legendary songwriter Cindy Walker.

When you meet Lanny Fiel, you can't help, but to love him. I was honored to interview him. Whether you're aware of him or not, I hope you enjoy his many tales. He's 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.

#482 - Sid Tepper Nov 04, 2020

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482 - Sid Tepper

The Sid Tepper Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Legendary Songwriter Sid Tepper was born in 1918 and passed away in 2015. I had the chance to interview him. Audio interviews with Tepper are rare. Along with Roy C. Bennett, Sid Tepper wrote more songs for Elvis Presley than any songwriter in history.

Some 300 of his songs are published. Many performed and recorded his songs: Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, Wayne Newton, Sarah Vaughan, Peggy Lee, Cliff Richard, Rosemary Clooney and so many others.

He was a songwriting genius. Originally broadcast on the radio, it's an honor to present this interview to you all.

#481 - Kim Morrison Nov 02, 2020

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481 - Kim Morrison

Kim Morrison is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

Kim Morrison is a singer, songwriter, musician and recording artist with an incredible experience. Originally from San Jose, California she's been in Music City, USA since 1969.

As a songwriter her work has been covered by a long list: Ray Charles, Gladys Knight, Johnny Lee, Mel Tillis, Frank Sinatra, Jr., Dickey Betts, Dave Dudley and countless others.

Kim Morrison has worked extensively as a backup vocalist as well and is also a recording artist. She's working on an autobiography called "Goodbye Linda Joe."

Listen to an honest, interesting and emotional interview with a true artist. Kim Morrison is right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#480 - Roger Nichols Oct 30, 2020

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480 - Roger Nichols

Roger Nichols is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

On this episode we are in the presence of one of the world's great songwriters. Composer, musician & recording artist Roger Nichols gives a rare interview. He is one of the people I have most wanted to interview on The Paul Leslie Hour. Why? He has composed some of the most captivating music ever.

Here are some of the great songs co-written by Roger Nichols: "We've Only Just Begun," "I Won't Last a Day Without You," and "Rainy Days and Mondays" all recorded by the Carpenters. "Out in the Country" was recorded by Three Dog Night and R.E.M. All of these songs he co-wrote with Paul Williams. He also wrote "Times of Your Life," with Bill Lane, which was a hit for Paul Anka.

Nichols also records with his own group: Roger Nichols and the Small Circle of Friends." He's talented in so many ways. As a musician he's a mulit-instrumentalist who can play guitar, bass, piano, and violin.

It's a great pleasure to welcome an artist who composed songs sung by some of the greats of all time. Everyone from Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra Jr., Art Garfunkel and Barry Manilow, just to name a few. He's right here on The Paul Leslie Hour. What a thrill!

#479 - T. Graham Brown Returns Oct 28, 2020

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479 - T. Graham Brown Returns

T. Graham Brown is a returning guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

T. Graham Brown is one of the greatest Country Soul voices of our time. He also happens to be one of my favorite singers in the world. This man is just that good.

Aside from being a singer, recording artist and live performer, he's also a radio personality on Sirius XM, hosting the show "Live Wire." You can hear it on the Prime Country channel. It features live recordings of country music stars.

T. Graham Brown just released his latest record: it's a stripped down, acoustic/vocal album, appropriate entitled "Bare Bones."

It's great to welcome T. Graham Brown back! He's right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#478 - Kenny Kramer Oct 26, 2020

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478 - Kenny Kramer

As Kenny Kramer says in this interview, Larry David based the character of Kramer on him and “the rest is history.” This interview took place when Mr. Kramer was down in Key West, Florida. It’s a good look into the man who inspired a character that everyone knows!

This interview was originally broadcast on radio. Kenny Kramer is a stand-up comedian and the real-life inspiration behind the character Cosmo Kramer on the hit television sitcom "Seinfeld." He is also a tour guide taking New York City visitors on "Kramer's Reality Tour," a 3-hour multi-media stage, bus and New York City's sites and sounds made famous in the world famous TV show.

Kenny Kramer has also been a manager for a British reggae band and creator of an electronic jewelry item. He has been featured on Oprah, the Today Show, Dateline NBC, Maury Povich, CNN, ET, CNBC, MSNBC, MTV, Inside Edition, Extra, Access Hollywood and countless other television programs.

He has also run for Mayor of New York, served as a correspondent for Hard Copy. He wrote, produced and hosted "Kramer's New York" segments for Fox5's Good-Day N.Y.

Here the real Kenny Kramer shares his outlook on life...and more.

#477 - Heidi Newfield Oct 23, 2020

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477 - Heidi Newfield

Heidi Newfield is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

We have as the interview guest, a sensational artist. Heidi Newfield has released "The Barfly Sessions, Vol. 1." it's quite a listening experience, unlike anything you've heard. For those who like blues music, you should get familiar with this one. The songs are great and Heidi's voice is powerful. Heidi co-wrote 12 of the 14 songs and co-produced the record with the legendary Jim "Moose" Brown.

It's an honor to speak with the talented vocalist, guitarist, harmonica player, entertainer and recording artist: the inimitable Heidi Newfield. She's right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

#476 - Jason Burge - It's Still Billy Joel to Me - Vol. 4 Oct 21, 2020

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476 - It's Still Billy Joel to Me - Vol. 4

It's the on going series “It’s Still Billy Joel to Me” within the show where we review all of the studio albums of singer-songwriter-pianist Billy Joel. We do this in chronological order. This is It’s Still Billy Joel to Me, Vol 4: "Turnstiles."

Co-reviewers Jason Burge and Paul Leslie discuss an album much loved by his fans: "Turnstiles." It is the 4th Billy Joel studio album and is full of many of his acclaimed songs. The album was self-produced by Billy Joel and was his first and only self produced release. The album was recorded and released in 1976 featuring 8 songs and a runtime of 36 minutes. The co-reviewers really got into this album. Do you agree with the sentiments and thoughts they expressed?

#475 - Dan Penn Oct 19, 2020

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475 - Dan Penn

Dan Penn brings in 17 years of The Paul Leslie Hour.

It's a great honor to welcome an influential songwriter of songs recorded by the greatest singers in many genres from soul, blues, rock and country. Aretha Franklin, Jerry Lee Lewis, The Box Tops, Conway Twitty, Percy Sledge and Janis Joplin have all put their stamp on songs Dan Penn wrote.

Dan Penn's records are a treat to listen to. His vocals are one of a kind. His latest album "Living on Mercy" is out now on CD and digital with a vinyl record version coming soon. An inductee of the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, Dan Penn is right here on The Paul Leslie Hour. It couldn't be a bigger honor.

#474 - Cyrus "Buddy" Kalb Oct 16, 2020

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474 - Cyrus "Buddy" Kalb

The great songwriter C. W. "Buddy" Kalb, writer of such songs as "Mississippi Squirrel Revival," made famous by Ray Stevens and "Frog Kissin'" made famous by Chet Atkins is a guest on The Paul Leslie Hour.

It's a relaxing, heartfelt conversation with one of America's great songwriters and humorists. Ladies and gentlemen: Buddy Kalb!

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.