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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 ~ January 30, 2026 ~ Full Show

January 30, 2026 ~ Senate funding deal stalls. Trump and Homan give conflicting answers on ICE drawdown. Washtenaw County Sheriff admits to posting incomplete information on ICE arrests near bus stops. Donald Trump suing the IRS and treasury department. President Trump nominates Kevin Warsh for Fed chair. Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa checks in and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pe...

Jan 30, 20261 hr 19 minEp. 9167

Riger Reviews Send Help and Miracle The Boys of 80

January 30, 2026 ~ Dave Riger of Riger Reviews It discusses "Send Help" and "Miracle The Boys of 80" on Netflix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 20269 minEp. 9166

Antonio Filoso, CEO of Stellantis

January 30, 2026 ~ Antonio Filosa, CEO of Stellantis checks in with Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 202610 minEp. 9165

President Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair

January 30, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses President Trump nominating Kevin Warsh for fed chair. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 202611 minEp. 9164

President Trump Suing IRS and Treasury Department

January 30, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, managing partner of Flood Law, PLLC Host of “Behind the Bench” with Todd Flood on WJR discusses Donald Trump suing IRS and treasury department. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 20267 minEp. 9163

Trump and Homan Give Conflicting Answers on ICE Withdraw

January 30, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief talks about Donald Trump and Tom Homan giving different answers on ICE drawdown and Washtenaw County Sheriff admitting to posting unconfirmed info about ICE arrests. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 202610 minEp. 9162

Senate Funding Deal Hits Snag

January 30, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic discusses the latest on a funding deal with the shutdown deadline looming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 202610 minEp. 9161

Basketball and Business with Isiah Thomas

Jan. 29, 2026 ~ Jeff Caponigro catches up with Detroit Pistons' legend Isiah Thomas about Detroit's recent basketball success and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 minEp. 9160

A Unique Jewelry Company

January 29, 2026 ~ Rebel Nell Co-Founder and CEO Amy Peterson talks with Jeff Caponigro about how the company creates unique jewelry from repurposed graffiti. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 202610 minEp. 9159

The Automotive Business in Detroit

January 29, 2026 ~ Bridgewater Interiors President & CEO Ron Hall speaks with Jeff Caponigro about the automotive industry in the city of Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20268 minEp. 9158

The Importance of Youth Sports

January 29, 2026 ~ Police Athletic League CEO Fred Hunter joins Jeff Caponigro to talk about the importance of youth sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20268 minEp. 9157

Key Issues for Michigan in 2026

January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Free Press Editorial Page Editor Nancy Kaffer speaks with Jeff Caponigro about the key issues for Michigan in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 minEp. 9156

Kicking it Around with Detroit FC

January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Football Club CEO Sean Mann chats with Jeff Caponigro about the team's new stadium and the buzz around town. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 minEp. 9155

Macomb with Everybody

January 29, 2026 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks with Jeff Caponigro about all the great things happening in Macomb County. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 minEp. 9154

An Overview of the Detroit Policy Conference

January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Regional Chamber COO and Chief Strategy Officer Megan Spanitz joins Jeff Caponigro to give an overview of The Detroit Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 minEp. 9153

January 28, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW

January 28, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 20261 hr 13 minEp. 9151

Buying a Car is a Great Experience

January 28, 2026 ~ Roy O'Brien General Manager Sean O'Brien talks with Paul W about a current survey that states that the dealership experience when buying a car is a good one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 20268 minEp. 9152

It is Tax Time

January 28, 2026 ~ Detroit Free Press Personal Finance Columnist Susan Tompor talks with Paul W about her column about preparing your tax returns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 202610 minEp. 9150

A Long Cold Spell

January 28, 2026 ~ Weather Channel Radio Network General Manager Scott Lawrimore chats with Paul W about this continuing cold weather that has blanketed Southeast Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 20268 minEp. 9149

Focus With Paul W. Smith ~ January 27, 2026 ~ Full Show

January 27, 2026 ~ Border Czar Tom Homan takes over in Minnesota. US moves aircraft carrier into the Mideast. Remains of last Israeli hostage released. Ilhan Omar being investigated by the DOJ. Latest on the Maine plane crash and 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.

Jan 27, 20261 hr 11 minEp. 9147

Seven Dead One Injured in Maine Plane Crash

January 27, 2026 ~ David Shepardson with Reuters discusses the private plane crash in Maine that killed 7, injured one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 27, 20268 minEp. 9146

DOJ Investigating Ilhan Omar's Finances

January 27, 2026 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, Federal Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Federal Prosecutor discusses the DOJ's investigation into Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 27, 20269 minEp. 9145

US Moves Carrier Into Mideast Remains of Final Israeli Hostage Returned

January 27, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the US moving an aircraft carrier into the Mideast and the last remaining Israeli hostage remains being returned. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 27, 20267 minEp. 9143

Changes Made in Minnesota

January 27, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discusses Tom Homan taking the lead in Minnesota. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 27, 20268 minEp. 9140

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ January 26, 2026 ~ Full Show

January 26, 2026 ~ Border agents shoot another person in Minneapolis. Super Bowl match up is set. Ford named most iconic company in American history. How much snow did we get this weekend? Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canada and 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.

Jan 26, 20261 hr 18 minEp. 9142

Team Penske Wins Third Consecutive Rolex 24 at Daytona

January 26, 2026 ~ Bud Denker, President of Penske Corporation discusses Team Penske's winning stream at Rolex 24 at Daytona. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 20268 minEp. 9141

How Much Snow Did We Get This Weekend?

January 26, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News sorts out the snowfall from this past weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 20268 minEp. 9139

Ford Named Most Iconic Company in American History

January 26, 2026 ~ Ted Ryan, Archives and Heritage Brand Manager for Ford named most iconic company in American history by Time Magazine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 20268 minEp. 9138

The Seattle Seahawks Will Face The New England Patriots in Super Bowl 60

January 26, 2026 ~ Lomas Brown, Detroit Lions Legend, co-host of SportsWrap weeknights at 6 and color analyst for the Detroit Lions Radio Network previews Super Bowl 60. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 202610 minEp. 9137
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