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#1,119 - John Bettis

From our studio right here in the USA, it’s The Paul Leslie Hour—episode number 1,119!

It is our tremendous honor to welcome a true titan of American music: Hall of Fame hit songwriter John Bettis.

Think about the soundtrack to your life. How many of these massive songs do you recognize?

"Top of the World," and "Yesterday Once More," by the Carpenters, "Human Nature," by Michael Jackson, "Crazy for You," by Madonna, "One Moment in Time," by Whitney Houston, "Heartland," by George Strait and "Slow Hand" by the Pointer Sisters.

Every single one of them was co-written by the brilliant John Bettis.

Get ready for a conversation that is poignant, yet wonderfully humorous, and utterly unforgettable. The Paul Leslie Hour starts... now!

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.