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The Count M’Butu Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Please be here. Oh, I’d love it if you were only here, listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. So what do we have for you today? This is an interview from our archives. Recorded backstage in Athens, Georgia, this is an interview with Count M’Butu we’re about to hear. This was conducted around 2006 when the Count was playing with the Derek Trucks Band. Born Harold L. Jones in 1945, he passed away in 2021. Count M’Butu was known as a consummate percussionist and played with the Aquarium Rescue Unit, John Popper of Blues Traveler, Colonel Bruce Hampton and many other bands and musicians. He also made a solo album and composed. Please subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. We have lots of content just like this. Subscribing is free and easy to do. Well, ladies and gentlemen, we won’t keep you waiting. Here is our interview with the late Count M’Butu!

Clarence “Frogman” Henry is a guest on The Paul Leslie Hour for a third time! Are you here? First time? Been here before? Either way, welcome to _The Paul Leslie Hou_r. We’ve got an all-time favorite singer, recording artist and New Orleans Legend with us. Yes! Clarence “Frogman” Henry is here, making his third appearance on The Paul Leslie Hour. Now, Paul he looooves the Frogman. There’s good reasons. Just listen to his great songs: Ain’t Got No Home, “(I Don’t Know Why) But I Do,” and oh yeah, “You Always Hurt the One You Love.” We’re definitely honored to welcome Clarence “Frogman” Henry on this episode. The Frog is going to be reminiscing about his pal Jimmy Buffett, the late Fats Domino, and oh yeah – his upcoming appearance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Clarence “Frogman” Henry will be at the blues tent on Friday, April 28th. He’ll see you there, okay? Mmmhmmm. We’d sure appreciate it if you subscribed to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. And also liked us on Facebook. It’s going to help us as we push into our 20th year this Fall. Let’s hear what the Frogman has to say!

Are you here? Okay, I was being facetious. I know you’ve been here before I even showed up. I won’t keep you waiting any longer. So, yes, welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour, now in our 19th year. On this episode we’ve got an interview from the archives with performing and recording artist Champian Fulton. Champian is one of the most respected jazz pianists and vocalists on the scene. Nate Chinen of The New York Times described Fulton as… “A charming young steward of the mainstream jazz tradition.” Then there’s this: Mark Stryker of the Detroit Free Press commented: “Champian is the most gifted, pure jazz singer of her generation.” These are some great acknowledgements, am I right? Okay, now let’s acknowledge that you can visit Champian Fulton’s website at champian.net and that’s spelled c-h-a-m-p-i-a-n. You got that? While I’m giving out web addresses like it’s candy, I’ll just remark that The Paul Leslie Hour needs two things. Listeners and oh yeah, supporters. Just go to thepaulleslie.com/support and we thank you. All right, well this interview isn’t going to start until I say so. “So.”

Are you here? I need you to be here. You are here right? Okay, because I also want you to be here, which is where you need to be to tune into The Paul Leslie Hour. You should know, The Paul Leslie Hour is an interview program now in our 19th year. That’s a pretty okay length of time. We’ve got some great content, some of it was heard on the radio and other places and after that never to be heard again. Such is this interview you’re about to hear, with Carmen Lundy, she’s the real deal. Now, Carmen Lundy is a vocalist, songwriter and recording artist in the musical genre of jazz. Paul E. Leslie interviewed her around the time of Lundy’s 15th album “Code Noir.” It’s a record that includes Jazz, Blues, Pop and Brazilian Samba along with the full range of human emotions. The title of Carmen Lundy’s album “Code Noir” actually refers to the first law ever written by a person in power of an empire, the King of France, Louis XIV, but there will be more about that in the interview. Now, it’s something you may know already, but it’s worth reminding you. The Paul Leslie Hour a show with a mission statement of helping people tell their stories, is dependent on people, too. You can be a patron of the spoken word and supporter of independent media by going to thepaulleslie.com/support And we thank you. I think the fair thing to do right now would be to start the show. I’m going to do that and there you are, asking me this question: Well, what’s stopping you?” “nothing.”

Are you here? Coming at you from the coast of Carolina, this is The Paul Leslie Hour. Wherever you are: north, south, east or west, we want to welcome each and everyone one of you to another episode. Throughout 19 years of interviews, there is quite a sizable archive. This episode features a telephone interview with the great Billy Vera. (pronounced like Berra). Yes, that Billy Vera. You may know Billy Vera & The Beaters and their supremely successful song “At this Moment.” Billy Vera, of course, wrote that song. It’s gone on to be recorded by everyone from Michael Bublé, Wayne Newton and Tom Jones. Billy Vera is a musician, singer, songwriter, actor, author and music historian. This interview took place surrounding the release of his album “Big Band Jazz.” It’s an exceptionally cool album, check it out folks. Oh, oh, right! Thank you all of the new people who subscribed to The Paul Leslie YouTube channel. We’re getting close to 100 subscriptions since the new year began. Side note: Paul has also asked me to introduce the newest addition to his life. She’s a 6 month old pup. Currently 26 pounds and learning how to behave very quickly. Okay, there’s really no reason to delay. It is indeed time for the Billy Vera interview. Let’s hear that tape.

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.” Day or night, night and day we ask that you help The Paul Leslie Hour in our mission. Find Paul Leslie’s YouTube channel and subscribe. It’ll make Paul’s day… and night. If you have a couple of bucks and believe in our mission to tell the human story, day after day and night after night… well, just go thepaulleslie.com/support 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.

Are you here? I know that you are here, and let me start by expressing our respect and gratitude for your decision to tune in to The Paul Leslie Hour. Thank you! These interviews we curate and broadcast are snapshots in time. They’re sound portraits of people who have created something special. The guests are people who have captured the attention and appreciation of your host, that’d be Paul. Sometimes those people have passed away. On this episode we present our interview with the late Barbara Cook. It was a very magical moment when she called in to chat for a few minutes. Broadway legend Barbara Cook talked about her life as a singer, actress and recording artist. Barbara Cook discussed her favorite songwriters, and her album “You Make Me Feel So Young.” She was one of the rare singers to receive acclaim into her eighties. Barbara Cook was especially known for her interpretations of the songs written by theatre legend Stephen Sondheim. We have many interviews like this, worthy of being heard. Please consider supporting our efforts by going to thepaulleslie.com/support and we thank you for helping independent media. I think it’s about time. Let’s listen…. together.

Are you here? I mean, really here? Like are you with us. I see Paul motioning for me to get on with it. Alright, alright. Just trying to welcome the listeners to The Paul Leslie Hour. Sheesh. We are proud to present an interview form the archives with a real star of theater. Baayork Lee has lived a life in the performing arts that many could only dream of. Born in New York City’s Chinatown, Baayork has performed as a singer, dancer and actress. Behind the scenes she has worn the hats of choreographer and theatre director. Baayork Lee made her debut as a dancer on Broadway at the age of five in the 1951 production of The King and I. She met the legendary dancer Michael Bennett at the High School for Performing Arts. Her creative relationship with Michael Bennett endured throughout his life. In 1975, Baayork Lee was invited by Michael Bennett to participate in the workshops which resulted in the famed musical A Chorus Line, with music by Marvin Hamlisch, lyrics by Edward Kleban and Book by James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante. The original Broadway production ran for 6,137 performances. The role of “Connie Wong” was based on Baayork Lee. Baayork Lee has been one of the loudest voices in the enduring legacy of Michael Bennett’s work. With encouragement from Michael Bennett, Baayork Lee turned to choreography. She has directed many national and international theatrical companies. Ever active, Baayork Lee serves on the Board of Directors of the National Asian Arts Project (NAAP). Not long ago, Baayork Lee choreographed a performance of OLIVER! at the Pershing Square Signature Center. In celebration of the performances, Baayork Lee talked with Paul. You’re about to hear this very spirited conversation and we hope you can find her enthusiasm as inspiring as we do. Paul’s trying to get my attention. Hold on a sec. Oh! Right. Oh yeah, we had 75 new subscribers to The Paul Leslie Hour YouTube channel. Right. Thank you all. So please people, if you have it in your heart, subscribe to the channel to keep plugged in with all of our videos. We thank you. Okay, it’s the Baaylork Lee interview. Let’s listen together.

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. 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. We’ve got so much content just like this that needs to be distributed. You can help us in our mission. If you’d like to be a patron of the spoken word, simply go right here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support And now ladies and gentlemen – it’s time to start the interview with Amanda Erlinger. Let’s begin then.

The ALO Interview is featured on –. Are you here? Let’s make sure everyone here’s so that we can introduce this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. Now why would we do that? Well, we’ve got an interview from the archives with the rock band ALO. SO how did that interview happen? Okay, it happened because Paul hopped on the ALO tour bus. You’re probably wondering how Paul felt about that. He has fond memories of that first meeting with Zach Gill, Dave Brogan, Steve Adams and Dan Lebowitz who made up the unique band ALO, a.k.a. Animal Liberation Orchestra. So, you probably know how great it would be if you subscribed, but may be asking if you could throw a coin or buck to the cause, that’s okay too. Just go right here! http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support But now you’re probably curious when you’ll get to hear the backstage tape of that first ALO interview. The answer is now.

The Adrienne Anderson Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Please. Won’t you be here. We need and love it when you are here listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. So, your host Paul Leslie had the good fortune to see Barry Manilow and his band of talented musicians performing in Savannah, Georgia on January 15th. That’s a big reason why we’re playing this interview from the archives with the incomparable Adrienne Anderson. Adrienne Anderson is the very talented lyricist who was introduced to us by lyricist Marty Panzer. She is most known for the songs she co-wrote with composer Barry Manilow. You know, some of the most beloved songs recorded and performed by Barry Manilow feature the lyrics of Adrienne Anderson, including “Daybreak” and “Could It Be Magic,” and many more. Songs Adrienne Anderson wrote have been recorded by many great artists including Melissa Manchester, Bette Midler, Donna Summer and Isaac Hayes. Interesting tidbit: The late great Frank Sinatra sang a televised performance of the song “See the Show Again” on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. Fans of Dionne Warwick may be familiar with Anderson’s work from the song “Deja Vu” which she co-wrote with Isaac Hayes. With Peter Allen, Adrienne Anderson co-wrote “I Go to Rio” which became a signature song for Allen. The song was later covered by the band Pablo Cruise as well as Peggy Lee. We’ve been telling the human story for 19 years and counting. If you believe in what we do, become a patron of the spoken word. Just go right here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support and we thank you for listening and supporting. I’m excited to hear this interview with Adrienne Anderson. She’s a special one, for sure. Let’s listen together.

Jim Sonefeld is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour! Are you here? No doubt about it, you’re here and tuned into The Paul Leslie Hour. Welcome to the episode! It’s an honor to welcome Jim Sonefeld, a writing, and touring musician, in one of the biggest-selling rock bands of all time: Hootie and the Blowfish. He’s also the author of the new book “Swimming with the Blowfish - Hootie, Healing and One Hell of a Ride,” published by Diversion books. A solo recording artist, Jim Sonefeld has also released a faith-inspired EP entitled “Remember Tomorrow.” Real quick, help a brother out! Subscribe to The Paul Leslie Hour on YouTube. And remember, The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by viewers and listeners like you. Just go to www.thepaulleslie.com/support And now, ladies and gentlemen. Let’s get into the interview with Jim Sonefeld on-location at beautiful Hampton Park in Charleston, South Carolina.

Woody Allen is an international icon: a film director, writer, actor, comedian and playwright. Most known for his motion pictures, including such classic films as Annie Hall, Sleeper and Manhattan, this interview focuses on his love of music. Woody Allen is one of the most celebrated personalities in film, but many have noted the the incredible use of music in his films. The soundtracks have all been memorable. This stems from his lifelong love of music. He is a clarinet player and in this interview we talk about his passion for the authentic, traditional jazz of New Orleans. Allen performed with the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band many Monday evenings at the Café Carlyle at the Carlyle Hotel in Manhattan on 35 East 76th Street, New York. Although Eddy Davis has passed away, Woody Allen continues to perform music. This interview was recorded back in 2008. The original recording had a very poor sound quality. Audio restoration was completed greatly improving the clarity. Additional audio engineering and mastering courtesy of Kevin Hooper has resulted in an interview that is quite listenable. It is presented as a historical record and for your listening enjoyment on this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour.

Alexis Wilkins is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour! Are you here? United we stand. And… United…we’re here. Thank you ladies and gentlemen for tuning into another episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. This show is the culmination of 19 years and counting. The mission statement? Helping people tell their stories. We’re honored you’re a part of this. On this episode our special guest Alexis Wilkins is a talented, sharp, lovely and patriotic country recording artist. Singer, songwriter Alexis Wilkins represents unapologetic storytelling and cowboy-like leaning. She’s already struck platinum and has more than 1 million streams across the various listening platforms out there. Impressive! Our guest Alexis Wilkins is going to be talking with Paul E. Leslie about her latest single, “STAND” and plenty more! Did you also know that The Paul Leslie Hour is made possible by people just like you? We depend on our contributors. Just go right here: www.thepaulleslie.com/support and we thank you for listening and supporting. You’re going to love meeting Alexis Wilkins. We’re awfully proud to have her right here on The Paul Leslie Hour. Paul, why don’t you start interviewing her? Isn’t that what you do?

The Jen Chapin Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Oh! Yes, you are. This is The Paul Leslie Hour a place where you are most welcome. There are some recorded interviews from way back in Paul’s broadcasting life that went on the radio and then the next week tucked away on a tape never to be heard again. Such as this specimen you’re about to hear. The special guest is Jen Chapin, a really wonderful, lovely and talented musician, singer and songwriter. She was performing at the famed music venue Smith’s Olde Bar in Atlanta. Before the concert, she sat down with Paul, right on the street, for this interview. Now, Paul was a bit green here. A bit awkward, but Jen of course was the consummate professional. When Paul thinks about the early guests who were very nice to him, Jen Chapin comes to mind. You know, this show has been going for 18 years, almost 19. Almost… We’ve got a lot of interviews like this that we want to make available to more people on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Audible, Apple and so on. You can be a patron of the spoken word and supporter of independent media. Just go right here: www.thepaulleslie.com/support And we thank you. Now, let’s hear what went down on the street in Atlanta. Here is the Jen Chapin interview.

The Jessica Molaskey Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Or… are you there? Maybe you’re over there. Ohhh, I see you’re here – listening to The Paul Leslie Hour – an interview show going strong for 18 plus years, as seen in The New York Times, Huff Post, Entertainment Tonight, The Hollywood Reporter and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Jessica Molaskey interview coming up, but first a word to the wise. You can contribute and help keep The Paul Leslie Hour going. Just go right here: www.thepaulleslie.com/support You can be a patron of the spoken word and supporter of independent media. Yes. So just what do we have for you on this episode? We’re featuring an interview with Jessica Molaskey, a singer of Broadway and Torch songs. Jessica Molaskey talks with Paul E. Leslie about her music-filled life, her recorded discography, oh and then there’s “Radio Deluxe” the radio program she co-hosts with her husband John Pizzarelli. And so much more! Okay, everything is in place. Let’s hear the interview with Jessica Molaskey.

The Masha Vasyukova Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? That’s one prerequisite question we always want to know the answer to. If you’re not here, well… it’s just not the same. Good morning, good afternoon and good evening to you. Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour, an interview program now in our 18th year. You can help support independent media and be a patron of the spoken word by going right here: www.thepaulleslie.com/support And we thank you. A question for you. “What’s in a name?” It was the name “Konigsberg” that lead filmmaker Masha Vasyukova to make the documentary short “Woody Before Allen,” an adventurous meditation on past and present, on two former Konigsbergs. One is a Russian city formerly named “Konigsberg” which was changed to “Kaliningrad.” The other a famous film director named Allan Konigsberg who changed his name to Woody Allen. So the interview on this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour is with documentary filmmaker Masha Vasyukova, and she is a native of the city of Kaliningrad. She made it her mission to commemorate the bizarre connection between those two former Konigsbergs (the city and the director) by helping put up a statue in Kaliningrad in honor of Woody Allen. You’ll be hearing her tell us more about the story that is told in her documentary film “Woody Before Allen.” Now, ladies and gentlemen before we play this interview from the archives, we’d like to report some news about Woody Allen, and some celebration is in order. It was reported in the news that Woody Allen, the great American filmmaker was retiring. Now, Woody is currently in Paris, France filming his 50th film “Wasp 22.” And we want to let everyone know — hey guys. Woody Allen has clarified…. He’s NOT retiring. Woody remains one of his favorite guests on this show. So Woody Allen fans, rejoice! Go ahead order that piece of cake. And now let’s take you to Paul E. Leslie’s interview with a very talented artist and a creative thinker, Miss Masha Vasyukova. Enjoy the interview!

The Barry Cuda Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Okay! We’ve got something really special, okay? This one went out on the radio years and years ago and has not been heard since, okay? So, we take you down to the island of Key West for a good look at boogie woogie, blues, ragtime and barrelhouse pianist Barry Cuda….okay? One of Key West’s most respected acts, Barry Cuda has been bringing the piano rock of Louisiana and the blues of Chicago down to the Florida Keys, ohhhhhhh kayyyyyy. Sounds more than okay to me. This interview was recorded outside B. O.’s Fish Wagon in Key West, we invite you to tune in for a great interview from Barry Cuda. This has been digitally remastered for your listening enjoyment, okay? Okay, you can be a patron of independent interviewing and the spoken word, okay? Just go here: www.thepaulleslie.com/support and we thank you for listening and supporting, okay? If it’s okay with you, we’re going to go ahead and start the episode. Okay.

The Patty Farmer interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Welcome to The Paul Leslie Hour. It’s your right to listen. Now, ladies and gentlemen this is Paul E. Leslie’s interview with author Patty Farmer. She is the author of the book The Persian Room Presents: An Oral History of New York’s Most Magical Night Spot. The Persian Room at the Plaza Hotel was one of the swankest spots, where many legendary entertainers performed and held court. Okay, you’ve got a right to know that The Paul Leslie Hour is an entirely independent outlet. Be a patron of the arts and help keep this going. Go right here: www.thepaulleslie.com/support We thank you! All right, now you came here for a reason. You’ve got a right to listen to this interview with Miss Patty Farmer. Let’s start this.

The Monica Chapman Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I just want to know… If you are here, just wanted you to know that you’re listening to The Paul Leslie Hour. Also just wanted you to know that the featured interview guest on this episode is Toronto-based jazz vocalist Monica Chapman. And, hey just wanted you to know this was recorded around the time she was releasing her album “P.S. I Love You.” Paul E. Leslie wants you to know how much he appreciates you listening to this show. He also wants to let you know that any extra support is most appreciated, by going to www.thepaulleslie.com/support Now, I want you to know something. It’s time to start the show. Just thought you’d like to know. 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.

The Billy Gill Returns Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? Okay, now that’s not a question you need to necessarily answer. Truth is, we already know the answer. We know that you’re here. We can’t necessarily see it, but we can feel it. Can you feel us here, too? No, no, no! Don’t answer the question. Think it. Feel it. Uhh, be it. Look, we’re not just messing with you. We’re trying to introduce this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. It’s a show that’s been going for 18 years, but it’s getting close to 19 years. We could try and pretend otherwise, but you know the truth. This isn’t the first interview Paul E. Leslie did with Billy Gill. No, this would be the second one. I can tell a lot of you already knew this fact. Ya know, that this is the second interview with singer-songwriter Billy Gill. Now, Billy is a cool cat. You like him and hey, we do too. Look, Billy likes you. It’s important to note that Billy likes chocolate and the Beatles. What does that say about him? It’s nothing to be ashamed about. We’re not big on being ashamed. Nor is Billy. The vibe of Billy? We like to think it suits us. It probably suits you too. If you feel it suits you, you can also help keep The Paul Leslie Hour. These interviews are made possible by people just like you. Just go right here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support And we thank you! Let’s start the interview. Billy Gill and Paul Leslie, their second time around. Enjoy, friends.

The Janis Ian Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. This is The Paul Leslie Hour. I’m just going to introduce the interview Paul E. Leslie did with Janis Ian. Singer-songwriter, performing and concert performer Janis Ian talked about her perspective as an artist. Janis Ian is a multiple Grammy-award winner who has brought a lifetime of music to the masses. This is for your listening enjoyment, so we hope you enjoy. This one originally was broadcast years ago, and we’re bringing it out on all platforms: Spotify, Apple, iHeartRadio, everywhere you can think. You know, you can help support the ongoing mission to get all of this content out there to the masses. Just go here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support We thank you. Okay. And now, a short interview with Janis Ian, right here on The Paul Leslie Hour.

The Michael Garrett Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour, with never-before heard music. It’s a great pleasure to feature Paul E. Leslie’s interview with Michael Garrett. We consider songwriters pretty darn important. Who is our guest? Singer-songwriter Michael Garrett is an underground songwriter. He has recorded and performed songs independently. Furthermore, songs Michael Garrett wrote and co-wrote have been covered by recording artists like Jared Tyler and Jimmy Buffett. Some of you may be familiar with his grand song “Reggae-billy Hill,” that’s been discussed in great detail on BuffettNews. You know, some people have really taken upon themselves to help keep The Paul Leslie Hour going. God bless ‘em. You can be among them. Just go here: http://www.thepaulleslie.com/support Okay. Michael Garrett, right here on The Paul Leslie Hour. It’s time.

The Peter Mayer, “Goodbye, Hello” Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Are you here? I say hello! Welcome and thank you for tuning into The Paul Leslie Hour. We have something very special for you today. This interview with singer, guitarist and recording artist Peter Mayer was broadcast on the radio back in 2009 and has not been heard since! We’re bringing it out of the archives and available to one and all. Peter Mayer is the most frequent guest throughout the 18 plus years of this show. He had just released an incredible album on the Little Flock Music label entitled “Goodbye Hello.” Now, Peter Mayer’s Goodbye, Hello record is one of the best interpretations on Beatles classics we’ve ever heard. That’s why Paul had to sit down and talk to Peter face-to-face in order to talk about it. You know that you can help us get more content like this out there and to the masses? We’ve got a lot more and our goal is to have everything up by Spring of 2024. You can contribute by going right here: www.thepaulleslie.com/support You may be thinking: “but the most I can donate is $5 right now.” Well, that actually covers one monthly expense that we have. We thank you for listening and supporting. This interview with Peter Mayer was recorded at Smoke Rise Baptist Church in Stone Mountain, Georgia and it’s time that you all heard it. Let’s play the interview, right now.

The Bhi Bhiman Interview is featured on The Paul Leslie Hour. Now that we’ve made sure that you’re here, I’d like to introduce this interview Paul E. Leslie did with Bhi Bhiman. Now, he’s a singer-songwriter who got quite a lot of attention back when Paul first spun his music on the radio. One girl wrote in and said, “Now, thiiiiis is good.” Paul was delighted to do this interview with Bhi Bhiman, and looks forward to your hearing it. San Francisco, California singer-songwriter Bhi Bhiman is the child of Sri Lankan immigrants. He considers himself as an entertainer first, but there is a moral to the songs he writes and sings. For the record, Paul became a fan and was in awe of Bhi Bhiman after hearing the sensational duet Bhi did with Judy Collins of the song “Hallelujah.” It may be one of the best ever. Did you know that you, can in fact, help keep The Paul Leslie Hour going? Just go right here: www.thepaulleslie.com/support and donate any amount. Okay, let’s get into the interview with Bhi Bhiman.