The Paul Leslie Hour

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Miriam Grossman MD is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour! Are you here? We want to warmly welcome you to The Paul Leslie Hour, a show that helps people tell their stories and seeks the truth. Now in our 19th year. On this episode your host Paul Edward Leslie will speak with Miriam Grossman MD. She is a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist. Dr. Grossman is a renowned public speaker and the author of Lost in Trans Nation: A Child Psychiatrists’ Guide Out of Madness from Skyhorse Publishing. 
Nationally syndicated radio talk show host and bestselling author Dennis Prager said this about Grossman’s book Lost in Trans Nation: “We may finally have the book that begins our exit from a madness in which America finds itself. That madness is the belief that men can become women and women can become men.” Before we bring out Miriam Grossman MD, please help keep The Paul Leslie Hour proudly independent and operating. Just go to thepaulleslie.com/support and we thank you for contributing and tuning in.

The Lucy Buffett & Mac McAleer Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? If you’re here, just know that we appreciate you. Thanks for tuning into The Paul Leslie Hour. We’re honored to present Paul’s interview with Lucy Buffett and Mac McAleer. This interview with Lucy and Mac was recorded at Lucy’s restaurant LuLu’s at Homeport in Gulf Shores, Alabama on March 10, 2007. It was originally broadcast on the radio, during the Stars Fell on Alabama festival. LuLu’s is a place renowned for fun, food and music. No doubt, many of you heard the sad news about Jimmy Buffett, Lucy’s brother. Fun, food and music were a big part of his life as well. We were heartbroken to hear about Jimmy’s passing on September 1st. If you’ve been listening to The Paul Leslie Hour you know how many people and events from the Jimmy Buffett world have been covered here. And some of you know, Paul’s very first broadcasts were heard on Jimmy Buffett’s Radio Margaritaville in 2003. To honor the troubadour of the tropics, we’re bringing out this interview with his sister Lucy and brother-in-law Mac. You’ll hear in Lucy’s voice something of her brother. You’ll recognize the same joyous spirit and childlike enthusiasm. Carson Forrester, a listener of The Paul Leslie Hour and a boatbuilder commented the other day on Paul’s instagram. He said “heart breaking Paul, keep the stories coming.” Well ladies and gentlemen, that’s what we’re going to do. Please subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel and don’t forget to hit the bell. We’ll keep the stories alive. And with that, I think we’re all ready to listen. Here’s Lucy Buffett and Mac McAleer on a beautiful coastal day.

The Jim Mayer Returns Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Since The Paul Leslie Hour is currently heard on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio and Audible – being HERE has never been easier. We have for you today, Paul Leslie’s second interview with Jim Mayer, commonly known as Uncle Jim Mayer. He’s a children’s music artist. This interview went down after Jim Mayer released the album “Let There Be Fun.” You should also know that Jim Mayer is the founder of IM4U Learning. You know what else? Jim Mayer has been playing bass with Jimmy Buffett since 1989. Isn’t that something? We’re really excited about something in particular. Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel has been growing! Our goal is to keep growing the channel, so maybe you’ll subscribe and ring the bell. It would mean a lot and it’s a great way to be in the know every time a new interview comes out. It’s been a good long while since this went out on the radio, but you know what? Now it’s going to be available all the time. We’re glad you’re here and all we have to say is – enjoy the show. Let’s listen… together.

The Jeff Pike “Off-the-Cuff” Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Your decision to be here is a personal decision. You made it here and we respect your decision. We thank you for tuning in to The Paul Leslie Hour an interview platform where you get to listen to fascinating people presented in a personal way. What we have here for you is an interview from the archives with Jeff Pike, a recurring and cherished guest on this show. Until now, there were a total of four available interviews that Paul Leslie did with singer and recording artist Jeff Pike, and now with this episode releasing, there are… five. Five. I’ll tell you right now, this is the best of all of them. It was done kind of spontaneously— in-person, face-to-face. But, the nature of this interview was very personal. Jeff Pike is the front man and founder of the band A1A, known in the tropical music world. A1A had just released the island-inflected album “Beach Wrecked,” when this interview was first heard. The latest news is that Jeff Pike has released a solo single entitled “Sunset on L.A.” You’ll want to check it out. Just a quick heads up. The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by listeners just like you. You personally can support independent media and give yourself and others the gift of stories. Just go right here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support and we thank you! And now, I think it’s time we listen to the more personal interview of Jeff Pike. Let’s listen… together.

The Beth Petty of the Hank Williams Museum Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Interview originally broadcast in 2009. Are you here? Thank you for being here, tuned in to The Paul Leslie Hour. We are pleased to present the Beth Petty interview as we say “Hats off to Hank!” You see Beth Petty is something of a Hank Williams expert, as you’ll soon find out. The year 2023 is the Centennial year of Hank Williams, 100 years since his birth and well…let me tell you a bit more. On this episode we’re taking you to Montgomery, Alabama for an interview focusing on the great Hank Williams considered the Father of Contemporary Country Music. Born on September 17, 1923 in Mount Olive, Alabama, Hank Williams began playing music after his mother gave him a guitar at 8 years old. Hank Williams learned his singing style in part from a blues street singer named Rufus “Teetot” Payne. Williams went on to perform across the United States. He had many hit songs and was a favorite on radio and television. Hank Williams was and perhaps is the greatest country star of all times. Hank Williams passed away on January 1, 1953 at 29 years old. Yet Hank Williams music continues to get new fans. His songs are known by everyone. You cannot get much more “American” in music than Hank Williams. His songs were covered by countless musicians from Johnny Cash to Willie Nelson. Patsy Cline to Jimmy Buffett. George Strait. George Jones. They all recorded his songs. Even when people do not know the name Hank Williams, people from around the globe know the songs…”Your Cheatin’ Heart,” “There’s a Tear in My Beer,” “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” “Jambalaya,” “I’ll Never Get Out of This World Alive,” and of course “Hey Good Lookin’.” Hank Williams’ legacy lives on at the Hank Williams Museum in beautiful Montgomery, Alabama where this interview was recorded. On this episode we are joined by Beth Petty. She’s the manager of the Hank Williams Museum. It is a museum filled with photographs, press clippings, and numerous personal artifacts belonging to the late Hank Williams including his personal Nudie suits, instruments and many fascinating exhibits. We want you to be sure to go to http://www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.net There will be some upcoming event for Hank 100. You’ll find out about it there. Please also consider supporting The Paul Leslie Hour – yes, keep us going and proudly independent. Go right here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support and give yourself and others the gift of stories. I think everyone’s ready to hear the interview with Beth Petty, all about one of the most important figures of music – for all times. Let’s listen. Together.

The Bahama Bob Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Oh… you must be busy… busy, being here. Thank you for joining us right here, on The Paul Leslie Hour. We’ve got an interview with Bahama Bob that’s been just waiting to come out. It originally broadcast on the radio in 2007, but the interview itself was recorded in a very nice hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. Bahama Bob you may be asking? Some of you already know. When your host Paul first became aware of Bob, his first thought was: “He seems like a real baller.” Good word to look up in the dictionary: “baller.” This man, Bahama Bob splits his time between living in the United States and the Bahamas. He is a boater, operator of a Bahamian resort, oh and he’s a Jimmy Buffett fan, too. So he’s got that going for him. Which is nice. This is a man who has taken life by the teeth, and has worked hard, but maximized fun. Bahama Bob is going to share with you some of his philosophies in life…which includes kissing frogs (in the metaphorical sense.) He is a man who truly has the island spirit. Before we begin the interview, I’d like to invite you to please help us out by subscribing to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. We’re trying to get to 3,800 subscribers by mid-October. We just had a big, big boost. We thank you for that. Subscribing is easy and free. With that little announcement out of the way, let’s get the Bahama Bob interview out there into the world! Oh yeah, and hi Dave!

The Mark Fragale Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? We want you to be here, dude! What we have for you is a radio artifact. This is an interview from our archives that originally went out over the laidback radio airwaves. On this episode we’re going to be taking you to a place that’s, well. Let’s say this establishment is no longer there. Let’s go back in time to drop in on the Honolulu Surf Museum located in Honolulu, Hawaii. As I said, it’s since closed it’s doors, but this interview is interesting nonetheless. Let’s get into the who. This is an interview with Mark Fragale. Mark was the curator of the Honolulu Surf Museum which was located at Jimmy Buffett’s at the Beachcomber, Jimmy Buffett’s restaurant and bar. Mark is considered an expert on surfing history. He has lived in Hawaii since the 1970s. Mark Fragale’s surfing story began in 1962 when at the age of 12 years old he saw a surfer gliding across the water on the Atlantic Ocean from the coast of New Jersey. He was hooked and so began his lifelong love for the sport of surfing! You know, we’ve got tons of very unique content just like this. We’re rushing to get it all out by the end of this year. There are considerable expenses, and if you’re so inclined please go right here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support Give yourself and others the gift of stories. And with that, I think it’s time we start the show. So let’s start the show. That’s our thing. It’s what we do at the beginning.

The Stephen Marley Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Let me be real with you. I knew you were here before you even got …. here. I’m sure you understand. Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. Now we’ve got something from the archives. It’s a very short backstage interview from 2008. You’re about to hear an interview with singer-songwriter, performing and recording artist Stephen Marley. He’s a very talented man who comes from a very musical ancestry. Yes, he is the son of Bob Marley and Rita Marley. Your host Paul Edward Leslie had just a few moments with singer-songwriter Stephen Marley to talk about his album “Mind Control.” This took place backstage at the venue Center Stage in Atlanta, Georgia. We’ve got tons of content like this. You can get immediate access to our exclusive content by subscribing to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. It helps us and you can watch or listen to all of our content for free. Now, let’s all listen together to the Stephen Marley backstage chat.

The Jeff Daniels Returns Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Ladies and gentlemen, we thank you for joining us. We’ve got an interview from the archives with a celebrated actor and singer-songwriter. This is Paul Edward Leslie’s second interview with Jeff Daniels. This phone interview with Jeff Daniels was to talk about his album “Keep It Right Here” featuring Brad Phillips and Dominic John Davis. Did you know that your host Paul Leslie has been interviewing people for more than 19 years? Close to 20. His goal is to share these interviews and make them as accessible as possible. Your contribution to the show has been invaluable—every share, like, comment and donation lets us bring you more. Want to keep these interviews coming? Go right here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support and contribute. Give yourself and others the gift of great stories. Let’s hear the second interview on The Paul Leslie Hour with Jeff Daniels. It’s short and sweet, and it’s starting now!

Melonie Cannon is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Ladies and gentlemen, we love it when you’re here. So let me take a moment to welcome you and hopefully make you feel at home. We’re about to have Melonie Cannon, a great singer and recording artist on the line in just a moment. She’s a phenomenal talent in country music. Vern Gosdin, the late great country legend said this about our guest MelonieCannon: “She’s one of the best female voices I’ve ever had the pleasure to sing with.” Here in 2023, Melonie Cannon has released a whole album of songs either co-written or made famous by Vern Gosdin. It’s entitled “A Tribute to Vern Gosdin,” and we can’t recommend it enough! Before we bring out Melonie Cannon, we want to cordially invite you to subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube and like us on Facebook. It helps us in a lot of ways and you’ll keep up with all of the interviews and reviews we release. I get a feeling it’s time to start the interview portion of the show. What do you ladies and gentlemen and home think? Are we ready to hear from Melonie Cannon?

The Aston “Family Man” Barrett Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? If you’re here, I want to mention that first of all, what you’re experiencing is reality. And one small slice of that reality is this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. Welcome to it. We’ve got an interview from the archives with a reggae music star. Legendary bassist Aston “Family Man” Barrett was the bass player for Bob Marley and the Wailers. He’s considered one of the best bass men ever. He sat down with your host Paul Edward Leslie in Atlanta, Georgia to talk about his performances of the “Exodus” album with The Wailers. Here’s another part of reality. This show is made possible by viewers and listeners like you. We need your contribution, so please go right here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support and we thank anyone who can help… small, medium or what have you. Listen, this interview was a success when it aired. Let’s see how you like it. It’s an interesting one.

The Todd Rundgren Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Oh! You’re here. Just wanted to let you know that you’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. Look, listening is always optional, so we appreciate you making this choice today. We’ve got a big archive of interviews and we’re making sure to distribute all of them on Spotify, Apple, what have you. We’ve got a phone interview from the archives with Todd Rundgren. Legendary guitarist and record producer Todd Rundgren gave Paul Edward Leslie an interview about his blues album entitled “Todd Rundgren’s Johnson,” which is his interpretations of Robert Johnson blues songs. For your info, we like blues music here. Side note! Todd Rundgren is appearing as a special guest with Daryl Hall this summer. That’s a show to catch! Check out darylhall.com for more info Then there’s this: Another option that is available to you is subscribing to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. We’re trying to get 1,500 more subscribers on YouTube in the next few months. That ain’t easy, but we’re trying. Give us a chance, man! Okay, we know you came here for Todd Rundgren talking about his love of the late Robert Johnson’s music. Let’s listen together. It’s up to you!

The Steve Lukather Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Some of you are here, some of you are there. Some of you are in undisclosed locations, but it’s time we got on with this introduction. Why, it’s an introduction of The Paul Leslie Hour. This interview with Steve Lukather of Toto comes from our archive. In this interview, the legendary Steve Lukather joined your host Paul Edward Leslie to talk about his solo album “All’s Well That Ends Well,” among other things. Hey, doesn’t “all’s well that ends well” come from some famous literary work? Hmmm. Well, one thing we know is this. We appreciate every like, share and comment, but one big deal is every contribution. Just go right here! http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support You can give yourself and others the gift of stories. Thank you! Well, you’re going to love this interview with Lukather! We did. Hopefully the next time we catch up with him it will be face-to-face. What else? Let’s start the show.

The Allan Schwartzberg Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Are you here? Okay, this is your announcer speaking. Nice guy that I am, I’m here to welcome you to The Paul Leslie Hour. For 19 years this show is a vast collection of interviews with many people. Lots of musicians, recording artists and what have you. Your host Paul is recovering from a sunburn. Maybe he missed the memo about applying sunscreen at regular intervals. We’ve got an interview from the archives with a drummer and record producer of great renown, Allan Schwartzberg. Allan is spelled with two L’s and two A’s. In this interview, legendary drummer and producer Allan Schwartzberg of Deep Diner Studio in New York City talks about his experience as a professional musician working with people like Peter Gabriel, James Brown and Yoko Ono just to name a few. Allan also honed in on the project he produced with Regis & Joy Philbin. One other announcement here before we get going. Here at the show, we appreciate every like, share and comment, but one big deal is every contribution. Just go right here! http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support You can give yourself and others the gift of stories. Thank you! We need you and we thank you! Okay, Allan Schwartzberg. We love this guy. You will too!

The ALO Returns Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? That’s the first question. The second question is, “how ya doin’?” We’re all about our proper greetings here on The Paul Leslie Hour. This interview from the archives is Paul’s second interview with ALO. ALO is a rock band from California. In an age when bands come and go, ALO continues to make records and perform around the world. Now you may be asking where that name – ALO comes from. Well they were formerly known as the Animal Liberation Orchestra back when they started in Santa Barbara, California. ALO is signed to the Brushfire Records label and they’re still touring to this day. Real quick, can you subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel? It’s the best way to stay up to date with all of Paul’s interviews. Totally free too. Now, there is something to be said for the “backstage” interview, isn’t there. Well, this is one of them. ALO was opening up for singer-songwriter Jack Johnson when Paul caught up with them. And this interview recorded before the show is an enjoyable artifact. So let’s listen together. And, oh… What do you think about James Brown’s advice to the band?

The Zach Rogue Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? So, are you here? That’s a question everyone gets asked every once in a while. We like to start every episode of The Paul Leslie Hour with that question because it is you, the listener that is so very important to us. Throughout more than 19 years, there have been so many talented musicians that your host Paul Edward Leslie has been in awe of. One particular singer-songwriter who makes some incredible recordings is Zach Rogue. Many of you know him as the frontman for the band Rogue Wave. When Paul caught up with Zach Rogue, it was to talk about a side project. This interview goes back some years ago. We’re pleased to present a digitally remastered version available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, etcetera. What you’re about to hear is Zach Rogue of Rogue Wave talking about his other band Release the Sunbird. It’s a short chat, and you’ll notice an undeniable “telephone” sound. Back when this was recorded, Paul didn’t have a nice microphone. He had this self-constructed device that allowed him to record cell phone interviews. We’ve done our best to clean it up. We have quite a number of interviews in our archives that need to be brought out for everyone to hear. There are expenses involved. You can give yourself and others the gift of stories, by contributing. Just go right here and contribute via PayPal. http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support Okay, this interview needs to get out there into the world. Let’s hear the call.

The Merlo Podlewski Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I ask if you are here because frankly, that’s just part of what I do. What I’m doing right now is announcing another episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. So what is T. P. L. H as some call it? It’s a compendium of interviews with all different types of creative and interesting people. This one from our archives was recorded backstage in Atlanta, Georgia. It’s with a guy that everybody just calls “Merlo.” “Merlo?” you may be asking. You’ll just have to join us for this short conversation with Merlo Podlewski (aka J Radio). At the time Merlo had released his 4 song EP “J Radio,” described as Hip Hop Rock / Psychedelic. Merlo is also known as the bassist in Jack Johnson’s band. He’s the East Coast and grew up on a steady diet of Rock, Hip Hop, Soul, Jazz and Reggae. Merlo now splits his time between California and New York. Merlo sat down to talk with your host Paul Edward Leslie about his life touring around the world with Jack Johnson, plus how it all started and where it’s going! As we approach 20 years of interviews, we want to encourage you to subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. It’s the best way to keep up with what we’re doing, oh and it’s totally free. We’re trying to get 1,500 more subscribers by October. And with that, I think it’s time we hear what transpired backstage with Merlo, just prior to the Jack Johnson concert.

The Bahamas Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? If you’re here, won’t ya tell me? I know you’re here because that’s where you’re comfortable, listening to The Paul Leslie Hour, a show that’s been going for 19 years and God-willing will keep on goin’! We have an interview today with a singer-songwriter, recording artist. He’s an act who goes by the name…Bahamas. Really nice fella. You’ll meet him. Bahamas, birth name Afie Jurvanen, did this interview with Paul Leslie, quite literally, on the street of Atlanta, Georgia. He was playing at the Variety Playhouse years ago. They couldn’t quite find the right place and so they ended up walking down the street and sitting down on some steps right near the street. The original recording which went out over the radio was kind of noisy. You do what you can! All these years later, we’ve cleaned up that recording so all of the good people on Spotify, Apple, iHeartRadio and elsewhere have the best listening experience possible. We’ve got a lot of interviews and reviews that will be added for the remainder of 2023 on YouTube. You know, YouTube. Well, you can subscribe to_ _Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel and ring the bell, and you’ll always be in the loop, see. It’s free to do it and we’d sure appreciate it. Before the interview begins, just keep in mind that Bahamas is going on tour this fall. Check him out. Tell him The Paul Leslie Hour sent you. Also, there’s a new record coming out on September 15th. You heard that here. Who’s ready to hear what Bahamas had to say to interviewer Paul Edward Leslie? I think it’s time we listened. Together.

The Neil Jason Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Well, you would refer to you—the person listening. Here would be, The Paul Leslie Hour. This show has been going for 19 years. It’s full of conversations that inspire, entertain and enlighten. We’ve got an interview from the archives with Neil Jason. Neil Jason talked with your host Paul Edward Leslie about his life as a composer, producer and bass player. He’s considered one of the best bassists around. He shares insight about some of his sessions including Paul McCartney, John Lennon, and Billy Joel. Neil Jason also talks about the more than 100 appearances he made with the CBS Orchestra on David Letterman. Well, one thing we know is this. We appreciate every like, share and comment, but one big deal is every contribution. Just go right here! http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support You can give yourself and others the gift of stories. Thank you! And now the natural next step is for all of us to listen to the Neil Jason interview. Let’s listen together.

The Steve Jordan Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Are you with me? Are you with us, listening in to The Paul Leslie Hour? Thank you for tuning into our interview from the archives with Steve Jordan. This was a phone interview and listening to this landline telephone sound just may make you feel nostalgic. Now who is this guest we’re about to hear from? Steve Jordan is a drummer, composer and record producer. Now, Steve Jordan is frequently known for accompanying well known artists both on stage as a sideman and in the recording studio as a session player. He has backed artists like Eric Clapton, Stevie Wonder, and the Rolling Stones. Along with Pino Palladino, Jordan performs with the John Mayer Trio. He was a founding touring member of the Blues Brothers featuring Dan Aykroyd and the late John Belushi. Also of interest, Steve Jordan was a founding member of The World’s Most Dangerous Band, which backed Paul Shaffer on Late Night with David Letterman on NBC from 1982 to 1986. Now, keep in mind ladies and gentlemen, that we appreciate every like, share and comment, but one big deal is every contribution. Just go right here. http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support You can give yourself and others the gift of stories. Thank you! I think it’s time to hear that phone call with the legendary Steve Jordan. Let’s listen. Together.

The Bernie Worrell Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Those three simple words that begin every episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. We have an interview from our archive with Bernie Worrell, a great musician, and person who lived from 1944 to 2016. Back when this went down, your host Paul Edward Leslie went backstage to talk with Bernie Worrell, who was a legendary founder of Parliament-Funkadelic. Bernie Worrell was a composer and keyboardist who was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997. He worked with the Talking Heads, Steve Kimock, Pharoah Sanders, Jack Bruce, Robben Ford and so many other great acts. Worrell was also a member of Paul Shaffer’s CBS Orchestra. If you get a moment please subscribe to our YouTube channel. We like to make interviews with great artists like this available to the masses. It’s free and you’re invited. I think it’s time we hear the interview.

The Bruce Kapler Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? If you’re here, baby won’t you say so. Let me hear you! Are you listening to this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour? Yes, you are, and thank you for tuning in. We have an interview from the archives with Bruce Kapler. We want to make our interview with this great horn player accessible to you everywhere: Spotify, Apple, iHeartRadio, you name it. The extremely talented saxophonist Bruce Kapler join your host Paul Edward Leslie to talk about his colorful musical life. He was a member of Paul Shaffer’s CBS Orchestra starting in 1993. He left the show in 2012. Bruce Kapler also sings and plays several instruments including soprano, alto, tenor, baritone and bass saxophone, flute, clarinet, recorder, keyboards and percussion. The list of musicians Bruce Kapler has performed with sounds like a who’s who of popular music, including Paul Anka, Tony Bennett, Natalie Cole, Harry Connick, Jr., George Benson, Buckwheat Zydeco, Glen Campbell, 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, Ray Charles, the Dave Matthews Band, James Brown, Chuck Berry, Randy Newman, Brian Wilson and the list goes on and on! Hey, we just wanted to say that we appreciate your listening in. We wonder if maybe you’ll support independent media and the spoken word by going right here where you can give yourself and others the gift of stories. We thank each and every listener and patron. http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support Let’s listen to that interview with Bruce Kapler. In fact, let’s listen together.

The Alan Chez Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Look, I’m just checkin’. I ask because I like the peace of mind. It’s good to let you know that you’re tuned in to The Paul Leslie Hour. This is the show that keeps on going, with interviews with some of the great creators of our time. We’ve got an interview from the archives with Alan Chez, sometimes called Al Chez. So let me explain what you’re about to hear. This is an interview with trumpet and flugelhorn player Alan Chez. He was a member of Paul Shaffer’s CBS Orchestra starting in 1997. From there he started his own band: Al Chez and the Brothers of Funk Big Band. Alan Chez has also toured with Bon Jovi, Robert Cray, Tower of Power, Young Rascals, Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Maynard Ferguson, Eric Clapton, Dave Edmunds Band, Ben E. King, Sam & Dave as well as many other artists and bands. Quite a resume, huh? As we roll into 20 years of these interviews, we want to encourage you and kindly ask you to please subscribe to Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel. It’s a big deal to us as we’re trying to grow the channel. It’s fast and free and lots of fun. Won’t you do it please? Well, we gotta start the interview portion. Let’s hear what your host Paul Leslie and Al Chez had to say. In fact, how about we listen together?

The Tom “Bones” Malone Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I mean, are you here with me, the announcer? Okay, I see you nodding. Are you here with the host, Paul Leslie as well? Seems like you would be. He’s here too. What about with all of the other listeners of The Paul Leslie Hour? I mean… are we all here together? Now that I’m certain you’re all here, allow me to announce this interview from our archives with Tom “Bones” Malone. Legendary name. Legendary guy. Who is he? Tom “Bones” Malone specializes in the trombone, but also plays trumpet, tuba, tenor sax, baritone sax, flutes, piccolo and other instruments. He’s a multi-instrumentalist! He was a member of the CBS Orchestra on The Late Show with David Letterman from 1993 until the very last episode. As a recording artist he has released two solo albums “Standards of Living” and “Soulbones.” Tom “Bones” Malone is a member of the Blues Brothers Band and has played with the likes of Billy Joel, Gloria Estefan, Frank Zappa, Bette Midler, Ringo Starr, Paul Simon, Tony Bennett and too many other bands and artists to list! Yep, Tom “Bones” Malone, he’s a good one. Let’s start the show, but first keep in mind that this show relies on the support of listeners like you. You can go right here and give yourself and others the gift of stories. We thank you for listening and being a patron of independent media and the spoken word. And with that I say to us all, let’s listen together.