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Focus with Paul W. Smith

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National Radio Hall of Fame Inductee Paul W. Smith takes middays live and local for a show that goes in-depth with the newsmakers who are shaping the future of Southeast Michigan. Tune in as Paul connects with politicians, business and community leaders, entrepreneurs, and entertainers for longform conversations about why the efforts behind the headlines really matter. Accessible, informative, balanced, and bold, with diverse voices and thought-provoking questions that bring it all into Focus.
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Episodes

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 23, 2026 ~ Full Show

June 23, 2026 ~ Paul broadcasts live from Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Highland Park. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 20261 hr 6 minEp. 9862

Aric Nesbitt Suspends Gubernatorial Campaign, Trump Makes Endorsements

June 23, 2026 ~ Dennis Darnoi, Founder of Densar Consulting discusses how a number of Trump endorsements are effecting Michigan races. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 20267 minEp. 9861

Derick Hulet, Operations Manager at Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

June 23, 2026 ~ Derick Hulet, Operations Manager at Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram joins Paul W. Smith live from Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 20266 minEp. 9863

Motor City Aresenal of Democracy

June 23, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses her America 250 piece on the arsenal of democracy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 202610 minEp. 9860

Long Time Customer Marcea on What Makes Her Keep Coming Back

June 23, 2026 ~ Longtime Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram customer Marcea tells Paul W. Smith why she does business with Snethkamp again and again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 20263 minEp. 9864

Moe Shamon, Senior Director of Sales at Ally Auto

June 23, 2026 ~ Moe Shamon, Senior Director of Sales at Ally Auto joins Paul live from Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 20269 minEp. 9859

JD Vance Says Iran Has Agreed to Allow Nuclear Inspectors

June 23, 2026 ~ Jessica Rosenthal, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor, Host of The Fox News Rundown Weekdays at 5am on WJR gives an update on Iran peace talks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 20267 minEp. 9858

Mark Snethkamp Sr. President of Snethkamp Automotive Family

June 23, 2026 ~ Mark Snethkamp Sr. President of Snethkamp Automotive Family, joins Paul live from Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 202610 minEp. 9857

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 22, 2026 ~ Full Show

June 22, 2026 ~ Dusty May to Dallas. Latest on Iran Peace Talks. British Prime Minister steps down. Previewing tonight's fireworks. Is there a thaw between members of the royal family? Justice Department opens civil rights investigation into MLB pride night. Battle over data centers reaches Lennox and the day's biggest headlines. Marie Osborne in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data ...

Jun 22, 20261 hr 10 minEp. 9856

Battle Over Data Center in Lennox

June 22, 2026~ Arianna Welsh, Deputy Secretary of the Board, Citizens for a Better Macomb County discusses tonight's meeting over massive data center in Lennox. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 22, 20269 minEp. 9855

GM and Ford Race for Spot in Military Boom

June 22, 2026 ~Paul Eisenstein, editor of Headlight dot news discusses the GM and Ford race for a spot in military boom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 22, 20267 minEp. 9854

Justice Department Opens Up Civil Rights Investigation Into MLB Pride Night

June 22, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner of Flood Law PLLC, Host of "Behind the Bench" with Todd Flood discusses the DOJ investigation into pride night at a San Francisco Giants Game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 22, 20268 minEp. 9853

King Charles Offers Harry and Meghan Royal Accommodations

June 22, 2026 ~ Brittany Provance, Editor in Chief of Royal News Network discusses King Charles offering royal accommodations to Harry and family Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 22, 20269 minEp. 9852

Previewing Tonight's Fireworks

June 22, 2026 ~ Tony Michaels, Parade Company President and CEO and Linda Forte, Chair Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation look ahead to tonight's fireworks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 22, 20269 minEp. 9851

JD Vance in Switzerland for Peace Talks and Keir Starmer Steps Down

June 22, 2026 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses JD Vance holding peace talks with Iran. Keir Starmer steps down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 22, 20268 minEp. 9850

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 19, 2026 ~ Full Show

June 19, 2026 ~ ICE to sell Romulus detention center. Latest in Iran. State legislatures introduce bills to safeguard against data centers. FBI links Oxford High School shooter to terrorism case in Macomb County. Riger Reviews Toy Story 5 and Cape Fear plus the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 20261 hr 3 minEp. 9843

Jocelyn Benson on Juneteenth and her Campaign

June 19, 2026 ~ Jocelyn Benson, Michigan Secretary of State, Democrat Gubernatorial candidate discusses her campaign and oped on Juneteenth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 20266 minEp. 9849

Riger Reviews Toy Story 5 and Cape Fear

June 19, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Toy Story 5 and Cape Fear. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 20268 minEp. 9848

FBI Links Oxford High School Shooter to Terrorism Case in Macomb County

June 19, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses a new terrorism case in Macomb county being tied to the Oxford high School shooting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 20268 minEp. 9847

Elmer the Mastodon on the Move

June 19, 2026 ~ Pete Provenzano, Chancellor at Oakland Community College discusses the move of Elmer the Mastodon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 20266 minEp. 9846

State Legislators Introduce Bills to Hold Data Centers Accountable

June 19, 2026 ~ State Senator Kevin Hertel D-St. Clair Shores is one of 7 Michigan Senate Democrats who introduced legislation to hold data centers accountable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 20268 minEp. 9845
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