Author: Paul Leslie

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A Savage Republic by Michael Savage — The Book ReviewA Savage Republic by Michael Savage — The Book Review

It was my late, incredible friend Ben who introduced me to The Savage Nation, the radio show hosted by the fiery, encyclopedic, and believe it or not sensitive Dr. Savage, the foremost purveyor of “Psychological Nudity.” Through the years his broadcasts and books posed illuminating questions. I’ve come to liken

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Van Morrison’s “Accentuate the Positive” — The Album ReviewVan Morrison’s “Accentuate the Positive” — The Album Review

The Sunday afternoon after Thanksgiving was cold, dreary, wet. Perhaps subconsciously, I put on Van Morrison’s latest album “Accentuate the Positive.” It’s Van’s second album in a row of covers. After his “Moving on Skiffle,” Van decided to knock out this record of mostly rock and roll classics.  The result?